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M538 HPJ

1994 Yamaha XV1100

Purple Petrol 1087cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2025
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

29,473 mi
Last recorded29,473 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2024
Typical for 1994 Yamaha XV110021,784 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM538 HPJ
MakeYamaha
ModelXV1100
Year1994
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,087cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2024 29,473 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit On limit. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Sep 2023 28,673 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2022 27,678 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2021 27,505 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2020 27,490 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2019 27,363 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2018 27,344 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2017 27,107 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2017 27,107 miles

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

Pass 11 Aug 2016 27,033 miles

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

Pass 21 Aug 2015 26,919 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2014 26,870 miles

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

Pass 22 Aug 2013 26,399 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2012 26,277 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 18 Aug 2012 26,277 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2011 25,855 miles

speedo not working

Pass 3 Aug 2010 25,138 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2009 24,354 miles

Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a)

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

Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

centre stand bolt missing 1 of 2

front o/s brakeline slightly wet near bottom union

sidestand nut missing but bolt still secure

Pass 14 Aug 2009 24,354 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

centre stand bolt missing 1 of 2

front o/s brakeline slightly wet near bottom union

sidestand nut missing but bolt still secure

Pass 22 Aug 2008 23,787 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2007 22,975 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2006 22,547 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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M538 HPJ is a 1994 Yamaha XV1100 in Purple with a 1,087cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 M538 HPJ, 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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What year was M538 HPJ registered?

M538 HPJ is a 1994 Yamaha XV1100, first registered on 9 August 1994.

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The MOT history for M538 HPJ shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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