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GN05 FYB

2005 Yamaha XVS1100

Black Petrol 1063cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jul 2025
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

98,515 mi
Last recorded98,515 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2024
Typical for 2005 Yamaha XVS110013,342 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN05 FYB
MakeYamaha
ModelXVS1100
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,063cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2024 98,515 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 4 Jul 2023 97,705 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2022 96,447 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2021 95,108 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2021 95,108 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) incorrectly mounted (1.1.13 (c))

Pass 30 Oct 2013 89,480 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2012 78,994 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2012 78,991 miles

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Rear Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 1 Sep 2011 68,457 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 27 Aug 2010 56,487 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 27 Aug 2010 56,487 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2009 47,559 miles

Advise front brake lever travel adjustment.

Pass 20 Jun 2008 39,527 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2008 39,527 miles

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

How Reliable is the Yamaha XVS1100?

Based on 28,737 MOT tests across 2,268 vehicles.

87.8%
Pass Rate
644
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
2,268
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 360
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 226
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 108
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 98
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 76
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GN05 FYB is a 2005 Yamaha XVS1100 in Black with a 1,063cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2005 Yamaha XVS1100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.1% with a typical mileage of 13,342 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 XVS1100 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 360 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GN05 FYB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha XVS1100 typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 21 years old, this Yamaha XVS1100 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was GN05 FYB registered?

GN05 FYB is a 2005 Yamaha XVS1100, first registered on 21 July 2005.

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