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MEH 766V

1980 Yamaha XS1100

Black Petrol 1101cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2020
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

32,936 mi
Last recorded32,936 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2019
Typical for 1980 Yamaha XS110032,656 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMEH 766V
MakeYamaha
ModelXS1100
Year1980
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,101cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2019 32,936 miles

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 3 Aug 2019 32,936 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 30 Jun 2018 32,849 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2017 32,720 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2016 32,586 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2015 32,301 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2014 32,229 miles

Rear position lamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.1.1b)

Fail 30 Jul 2014 32,229 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear position lamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.1.1b)

Pass 27 Jul 2013 32,045 miles

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 19 May 2012 32,035 miles

brake light does not operate from front brake lever

Fail 30 Apr 2011 31,842 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.6)

Pass 30 Apr 2011 31,842 miles
Pass 7 May 2010 31,496 miles

brake light only opperated from rear brake

Fail 7 May 2010 31,496 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

brake light only opperated from rear brake

Pass 9 May 2009 30,813 miles

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

Fail 9 May 2009 30,813 miles

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

Rear wheel spindle loose (2.4.A.2b)

Pass 26 Apr 2008 30,269 miles
Pass 5 May 2007 30,045 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 6 May 2006 29,097 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha XS1100?

Based on 3,201 MOT tests across 603 vehicles.

83.3%
Pass Rate
404
Miles/Year
48
Year Lifespan
603
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 62
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 33
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 27
reflector on motorcycle missing 18
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 17
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MEH 766V is a 1980 Yamaha XS1100 in Black with a 1,101cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

Across all 1980 Yamaha XS1100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.7% with a typical mileage of 32,656 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 XS1100 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 62 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MEH 766V, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha XS1100 typically stays on UK roads for around 48 years. At 46 years old, this Yamaha XS1100 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was MEH 766V registered?

MEH 766V is a 1980 Yamaha XS1100, first registered on 16 May 1980.

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