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L990 WCR

1996 Yamaha XV1100

Maroon Petrol 1063cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Apr 2024
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

33,671 mi
Last recorded33,671 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2023
Typical for 1996 Yamaha XV110016,082 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL990 WCR
MakeYamaha
ModelXV1100
Year1996
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,063cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2023 33,671 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2023 33,671 miles

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected (6.2.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Mar 2022 33,287 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2021 33,069 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 14 Dec 2019 32,486 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2019 32,486 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 22 Nov 2018 32,144 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2017 31,645 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2016 31,358 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2016 31,239 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2015 30,051 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2014 29,875 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2013 29,715 miles

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 10 Feb 2012 29,530 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2012 29,530 miles

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 12 Aug 2010 29,213 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2010 29,197 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)

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

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

Pass 4 Oct 2008 28,366 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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L990 WCR is a 1996 Yamaha XV1100 in Maroon with a 1,063cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1996 Yamaha XV1100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.6% with a typical mileage of 16,082 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 L990 WCR, 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 30 years old, this Yamaha XV1100 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was L990 WCR registered?

L990 WCR is a 1996 Yamaha XV1100, first registered on 8 July 1996.

Is L990 WCR safe to buy?

The MOT history for L990 WCR shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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