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J231 ELG

1991 Yamaha XV1100

Black Petrol 981cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Aug 2026
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

19,316 mi
Last recorded19,316 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2025
Typical for 1991 Yamaha XV110021,955 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ231 ELG
MakeYamaha
ModelXV1100
Year1991
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine981cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2025 19,316 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2025 19,298 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 Jul 2024 18,256 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2023 16,888 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2022 15,945 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2022 15,944 miles

Front Tyre has a lump or bulge caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 Jul 2021 15,418 miles

Front tyre perishing

Riders seat slightly loose (6.2.5 (a) (ii))

Fail 23 Jun 2021 15,400 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Front tyre perishing

Riders seat slightly loose (6.2.5 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Jun 2020 14,626 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2019 13,622 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2018 10,867 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2018 10,867 miles

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Stop lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.3.3 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Jul 2017 8,326 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 26 May 2017 8,307 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 24 Sep 2014 8,246 miles

exhaust blowing and very noisy

Pass 24 Jul 2014 8,214 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2013 8,063 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 29 May 2012 8,021 miles
Fail 24 May 2012 8,003 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 20 Apr 2011 7,906 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2009 7,733 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2008 7,520 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2007 7,217 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2006 6,969 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha XV1100?

Based on 15,331 MOT tests across 1,427 vehicles.

86.5%
Pass Rate
444
Miles/Year
40
Year Lifespan
1,427
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 204
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 190
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 67
wheel bearings have excessive free play 65
Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease 49
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J231 ELG is a 1991 Yamaha XV1100 in Black with a 981cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

Across all 1991 Yamaha XV1100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.1% with a typical mileage of 21,955 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 XV1100 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 204 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J231 ELG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha XV1100 typically stays on UK roads for around 40 years. At 35 years old, this Yamaha XV1100 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J231 ELG registered?

J231 ELG is a 1991 Yamaha XV1100, first registered on 27 August 1991.

Is J231 ELG safe to buy?

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