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J540 WGM

1992 Yamaha XV1100

Black Petrol 1098cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2022
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

17,297 mi
Last recorded17,297 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2021
Typical for 1992 Yamaha XV110023,972 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ540 WGM
MakeYamaha
ModelXV1100
Year1992
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,098cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Jan 2021 17,297 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Jan 2020 17,289 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 17 Dec 2018 17,250 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 Oct 2017 17,046 miles

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

Pass 15 Sep 2016 16,927 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2015 16,840 miles

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

Front right brake hose not braided (other hoses are)

Pass 26 Jun 2014 16,711 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 14 Jun 2014 16,707 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 10 May 2013 16,546 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Pass 12 Apr 2012 16,361 miles
Pass 5 May 2011 15,489 miles

front tyre worn

Pass 4 May 2010 13,235 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2008 12,787 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2008 12,787 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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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J540 WGM is a 1992 Yamaha XV1100 in Black with a 1,098cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1992 Yamaha XV1100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.9% with a typical mileage of 23,972 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 J540 WGM, 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 34 years old, this Yamaha XV1100 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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J540 WGM is a 1992 Yamaha XV1100, first registered on 12 June 1992.

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