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L278 DPK

1994 Yamaha XV1100

Purple Petrol 1063cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2025
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

34,272 mi
Last recorded34,272 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2024
Typical for 1994 Yamaha XV110021,784 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL278 DPK
MakeYamaha
ModelXV1100
Year1994
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,063cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2024 34,272 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 22 Aug 2018 34,259 miles

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

Pass 19 Jun 2017 33,960 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

number plate bracket slightly loose

Fail 19 Jun 2017 33,960 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

number plate bracket slightly loose

Pass 14 May 2016 33,495 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 14 May 2016 33,495 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Fail 5 Jul 2014 33,411 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 5 Jul 2014 33,411 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2013 32,790 miles

both front spotlights permanently discconected

crude baffles fitted at time of test

number plate and rear indicators loose but not insecure

alloy bolts securing f/b master cylinder

ignition switch faulty and could cut engine out at any time

Fail 25 Jun 2013 32,790 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)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

n/s spotlight lens cracked and at 45 degrees and dosent work

number plate and rear indicators loose but not insecure

o/s spotlight lens upside down

alloy bolts securing f/b master cylinder

ignition switch faulty and could cut engine out at any time

Pass 2 Jul 2012 32,557 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2011 31,960 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2010 31,121 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

excessive travel on front brake lever

Pass 14 Jul 2009 29,094 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2008 25,369 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2007 22,823 miles

Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

slight uneven wear in front tyre tread .headlamp aim set on upper limit .

Pass 8 Jul 2006 20,007 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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L278 DPK is a 1994 Yamaha XV1100 in Purple with a 1,063cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 1994 Yamaha XV1100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.5% with a typical mileage of 21,784 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 L278 DPK, 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 32 years old, this Yamaha XV1100 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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L278 DPK is a 1994 Yamaha XV1100, first registered on 18 February 1994.

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