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GPV 197T

1979 Yamaha XS1100

White Petrol 1101cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Apr 2019
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

45,395 mi
Last recorded45,395 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2018
Typical for 1979 Yamaha XS110032,822 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGPV 197T
MakeYamaha
ModelXS1100
Year1979
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,101cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2018 45,395 miles
Pass 21 May 2016 44,019 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2015 43,132 miles
Fail 29 May 2015 43,116 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 7 Jun 2014 39,205 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2013 35,940 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 34,145 miles
Pass 21 May 2011 33,095 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 22 May 2010 30,189 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 8 Jul 2008 30,077 miles

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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GPV 197T is a 1979 Yamaha XS1100 in White with a 1,101cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1979 Yamaha XS1100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.5% with a typical mileage of 32,822 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 GPV 197T, 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 47 years old, this Yamaha XS1100 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GPV 197T registered?

GPV 197T is a 1979 Yamaha XS1100, first registered on 1 March 1979.

Is GPV 197T safe to buy?

The MOT history for GPV 197T shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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