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L85 VNL

1993 Yamaha XV1100

Blue Petrol 1063cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Aug 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

20,998 mi
Last recorded20,998 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2025
Typical for 1993 Yamaha XV110021,700 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL85 VNL
MakeYamaha
ModelXV1100
Year1993
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,063cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2025 20,998 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 8 Aug 2024 17,953 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2023 17,723 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2023 17,723 miles

Nearside Front Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii))

Pass 30 Aug 2022 16,879 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2021 16,686 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 31 Aug 2019 16,635 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2018 16,482 miles

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

Pass 21 Aug 2017 15,706 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 13 Aug 2016 15,188 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2015 14,822 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2014 14,786 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2013 14,758 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2012 14,651 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 6 Aug 2011 14,642 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2010 14,520 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2009 13,971 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2008 13,932 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2007 13,375 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2006 12,591 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2005 12,179 miles

Centre Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

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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L85 VNL is a 1993 Yamaha XV1100 in Blue with a 1,063cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 L85 VNL, 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 L85 VNL registered?

L85 VNL is a 1993 Yamaha XV1100, first registered on 1 August 1993.

Is L85 VNL safe to buy?

The MOT history for L85 VNL shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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