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HX55 KOA

2005 Yamaha XVS1100

Black Petrol 1063cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 May 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

45,628 mi
Last recorded45,628 miles
Recorded on5 May 2025
Typical for 2005 Yamaha XVS110013,342 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX55 KOA
MakeYamaha
ModelXVS1100
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,063cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 May 2025 45,628 miles

EXHAUST NOISY

FRAME CORRODED

INDICATORS POOR QUALITY

Pass 6 May 2023 43,438 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced frame corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 10 May 2022 39,380 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear frame and swinging arm areas (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 6 May 2022 39,380 miles

Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn rear lower suspension swinging arm linkage front pin/bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear frame and swinging arm areas (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 12 May 2021 35,553 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced underside of frame, rear swinging arm and suspension linkages (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Position lamp obviously incorrectly positioned rear position / stop lamp fitted on n/s, none on o/s (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 27 Apr 2020 30,562 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2019 25,774 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Fail 12 Apr 2019 25,774 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))

Pass 4 May 2018 25,319 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2017 25,316 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2016 24,576 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2014 23,310 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2013 21,597 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2013 21,597 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 5 Oct 2012 19,668 miles

Hazard flashers intermittent

Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Pass 29 Sep 2011 16,999 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2010 13,057 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2009 12,146 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2008 11,069 miles

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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HX55 KOA is a 2005 Yamaha XVS1100 in Black with a 1,063cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 HX55 KOA, 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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HX55 KOA is a 2005 Yamaha XVS1100, first registered on 21 October 2005.

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