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M55 HWS

2008 Yamaha XVS1100

Black Petrol 1063cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2023
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

12,386 mi
Last recorded12,386 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2022
Typical for 2008 Yamaha XVS110011,870 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM55 HWS
MakeYamaha
ModelXVS1100
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,063cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2022 12,386 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2021 12,238 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2020 11,417 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2019 8,866 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2018 8,429 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2017 6,999 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2017 6,996 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 16 Jan 2016 5,671 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2015 4,343 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 10 Feb 2014 2,526 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2011 20,041 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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M55 HWS is a 2008 Yamaha XVS1100 in Black with a 1,063cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 M55 HWS, 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 M55 HWS registered?

M55 HWS is a 2008 Yamaha XVS1100, first registered on 31 December 2008.

Is M55 HWS safe to buy?

The MOT history for M55 HWS shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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