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N395 ABL

1996 Yamaha XV1100

Black Petrol 1063cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Apr 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

21,037 mi
Last recorded21,037 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2026
Typical for 1996 Yamaha XV110016,082 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN395 ABL
MakeYamaha
ModelXV1100
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,063cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2026 21,037 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 29 Jan 2025 20,540 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2021 30,803 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2018 26,265 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 13 May 2017 26,239 miles
Pass 21 May 2016 26,177 miles

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

Pass 2 May 2015 26,067 miles

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

Pass 28 Apr 2014 25,969 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2014 25,962 miles

Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Nearside Front Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Offside Front Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

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

Pass 22 Sep 2012 25,780 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2011 25,057 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2010 21,008 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2009 18,987 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2009 18,987 miles

Rear Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 18 Sep 2008 16,027 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2007 12,482 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2006 9,004 miles

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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N395 ABL is a 1996 Yamaha XV1100 in Black with a 1,063cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 1996 Yamaha XV1100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.6% with a typical mileage of 16,082 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 N395 ABL, 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 30 years old, this Yamaha XV1100 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was N395 ABL registered?

N395 ABL is a 1996 Yamaha XV1100, first registered on 18 April 1996.

Is N395 ABL safe to buy?

The MOT history for N395 ABL shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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