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MKU 488W

1980 Yamaha XS1100

Black Petrol 1100cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 May 2022
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

55,220 mi
Last recorded55,220 miles
Recorded on25 May 2021
Typical for 1980 Yamaha XS110032,656 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMKU 488W
MakeYamaha
ModelXS1100
Year1980
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,100cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 25 May 2021 55,220 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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MKU 488W is a 1980 Yamaha XS1100 in Black with a 1,100cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 MKU 488W, 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 MKU 488W registered?

MKU 488W is a 1980 Yamaha XS1100, first registered on 1 November 1980.

Is MKU 488W safe to buy?

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