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GFB 641W

1981 Yamaha XS1100

Black Petrol 1100cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Mar 2021
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

24,596 mi
Last recorded24,596 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2020
Typical for 1981 Yamaha XS110038,833 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGFB 641W
MakeYamaha
ModelXS1100
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,100cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2020 24,596 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2016 23,840 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2015 23,639 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2014 21,642 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2013 21,455 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2012 21,442 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2011 21,418 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2010 21,207 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2008 20,121 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2008 20,102 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Fail 14 Apr 2008 20,093 miles

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 2 Mar 2007 20,022 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2007 20,018 miles

Nearside Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

Rear Roller brake test indicates brake effort rise disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

How Reliable is the Yamaha XS1100?

Based on 3,201 MOT tests across 603 vehicles.

83.3%
Pass Rate
404
Miles/Year
48
Year Lifespan
603
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 62
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 33
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 27
reflector on motorcycle missing 18
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 17
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GFB 641W is a 1981 Yamaha XS1100 in Black with a 1,100cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 1981 Yamaha XS1100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.1% with a typical mileage of 38,833 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Yamaha XS1100 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 62 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GFB 641W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha XS1100 typically stays on UK roads for around 48 years. At 45 years old, this Yamaha XS1100 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was GFB 641W registered?

GFB 641W is a 1981 Yamaha XS1100, first registered on 1 January 1981.

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The MOT history for GFB 641W shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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