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N992 MGF

1996 Yamaha XV1100

Blue Petrol 1063cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jun 2027
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

38,853 mi
Last recorded38,853 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2026
Typical for 1996 Yamaha XV110016,082 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN992 MGF
MakeYamaha
ModelXV1100
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,063cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2026 38,853 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2024 38,439 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2023 38,362 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 15 Jul 2023 38,334 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 12 Jul 2022 35,659 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 3 Jul 2021 31,341 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Horn not working properly (7.7 (a) (i))

Fail 3 Jul 2021 31,341 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Horn not working properly (7.7 (a) (i))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 18 Jun 2020 30,368 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.7 (b))

Nearside Front Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Fail 16 Jun 2020 30,368 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Clutch lever bent (6.2.7 (b))

Nearside Front Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Pass 18 Aug 2018 27,373 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2017 25,403 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2017 25,403 miles

Central Front Upper Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 22 Apr 2016 25,394 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2015 25,345 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2014 25,133 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2013 24,678 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2012 23,691 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 23,020 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2010 20,965 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 21 Apr 2010 20,965 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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N992 MGF is a 1996 Yamaha XV1100 in Blue with a 1,063cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 N992 MGF, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N992 MGF registered?

N992 MGF is a 1996 Yamaha XV1100, first registered on 25 May 1996.

Is N992 MGF safe to buy?

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