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N291 SDV

1995 Yamaha XV1100

Black Petrol 1063cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2023
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

39,272 mi
Last recorded39,272 miles
Recorded on7 Dec 2022
Typical for 1995 Yamaha XV110018,821 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN291 SDV
MakeYamaha
ModelXV1100
Year1995
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,063cc
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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Dec 2022 39,272 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened Pitting to chrome front forks - Slight (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Oct 2021 38,226 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened Pitting to chrome front forks - Slight (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 1 Oct 2021 38,226 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Headlamp aim too low Adjusted headlamp (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake component inadequately mounted Split pin missing rear torque arm - Replaced for new (1.1.21 (c))

Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened Pitting to chrome front forks - Slight (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Oct 2019 38,205 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2019 38,205 miles

Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 4 Oct 2018 37,383 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2017 37,378 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2016 37,373 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2015 31,820 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

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

Pass 22 May 2014 25,354 miles
Pass 4 May 2013 23,484 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fail 3 May 2013 23,480 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 31 Mar 2012 21,167 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2011 19,701 miles
Pass 27 May 2010 19,488 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2010 18,847 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2009 16,236 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 2 Mar 2009 16,236 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 4 Mar 2008 14,917 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2006 14,613 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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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N291 SDV is a 1995 Yamaha XV1100 in Black with a 1,063cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1995 Yamaha XV1100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.8% with a typical mileage of 18,821 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 N291 SDV, 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 31 years old, this Yamaha XV1100 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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N291 SDV is a 1995 Yamaha XV1100, first registered on 15 August 1995.

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