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J8 VXV

1993 Yamaha XV1100

Cream Petrol 1063cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2016
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

23,019 mi
Last recorded23,019 miles
Recorded on18 May 2015
Typical for 1993 Yamaha XV110021,700 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ8 VXV
MakeYamaha
ModelXV1100
Year1993
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,063cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 18 May 2015 23,019 miles

Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Fail 13 May 2015 23,014 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Front Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b) DANGEROUS

Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Pass 24 Apr 2014 22,982 miles

Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Pass 9 May 2013 22,948 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 16 May 2012 22,818 miles
Fail 3 May 2012 22,810 miles

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

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

Fail 14 May 2011 22,478 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 14 May 2011 22,478 miles
Fail 11 May 2011 22,441 miles

Rear Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

REAR TYRE TREAD LOW

Pass 30 Apr 2010 22,326 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

SLIGHT BRAKE BIND AT REAR WHEEL

Fail 30 Apr 2010 22,326 miles

Rear Registration plate does not have black characters on a yellow background (6.3.2a)

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

SLIGHT BRAKE BIND AT REAR WHEEL

Pass 10 May 2008 21,296 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2007 20,189 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2007 20,181 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front 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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J8 VXV is a 1993 Yamaha XV1100 in Cream with a 1,063cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1993 Yamaha XV1100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.3% with a typical mileage of 21,700 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 J8 VXV, 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 33 years old, this Yamaha XV1100 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J8 VXV registered?

J8 VXV is a 1993 Yamaha XV1100, first registered on 31 December 1993.

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