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M40 XVS

2008 Yamaha XVS1100

Blue Petrol 1063cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Apr 2026
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

3,621 mi
Last recorded3,621 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2025
Typical for 2008 Yamaha XVS110011,870 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM40 XVS
MakeYamaha
ModelXVS1100
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,063cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2025 3,621 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 7 Oct 2023 3,587 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2022 3,487 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 3 Sep 2022 3,487 miles

Brake caliper damaged rear brake pads delaminated (1.1.16 (a) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 19 Aug 2020 3,477 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2016 3,446 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2014 3,436 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2013 3,372 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2012 2,623 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha XVS1100?

Based on 28,737 MOT tests across 2,268 vehicles.

87.8%
Pass Rate
644
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
2,268
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 360
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 226
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 108
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 98
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 76
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M40 XVS is a 2008 Yamaha XVS1100 in Blue with a 1,063cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2008 Yamaha XVS1100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.7% with a typical mileage of 11,870 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 XVS1100 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 360 recorded failures. If you're considering buying M40 XVS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha XVS1100 typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 18 years old, this Yamaha XVS1100 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was M40 XVS registered?

M40 XVS is a 2008 Yamaha XVS1100, first registered on 31 December 2008.

Is M40 XVS safe to buy?

The MOT history for M40 XVS shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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