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MGV 829V

1996 Yamaha XS1100

Grey Petrol 1101cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2023
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

49,100 mi
Last recorded49,100 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2022
Typical for 1996 Yamaha XS110038,148 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMGV 829V
MakeYamaha
ModelXS1100
Year1996
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,101cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2022 49,100 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2021 48,097 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2019 47,709 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Jan 2018 47,364 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2018 47,364 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Horn control not functioning. (1.7.2b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 12 Mar 2012 47,341 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Pass 22 Feb 2011 45,939 miles

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 21 Feb 2011 45,939 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 12 Mar 2008 44,497 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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MGV 829V is a 1996 Yamaha XS1100 in Grey with a 1,101cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1996 Yamaha XS1100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.1% with a typical mileage of 38,148 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 MGV 829V, 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 30 years old, this Yamaha XS1100 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MGV 829V registered?

MGV 829V is a 1996 Yamaha XS1100, first registered on 10 June 1996.

Is MGV 829V safe to buy?

The MOT history for MGV 829V shows 9 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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