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NRB 78W

1981 Yamaha XS1100

Black Petrol 1101cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2012
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

34,564 mi
Last recorded34,564 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2011
Typical for 1981 Yamaha XS110038,833 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNRB 78W
MakeYamaha
ModelXS1100
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,101cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 16 Jun 2011 34,564 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2009 34,551 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2008 34,139 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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NRB 78W is a 1981 Yamaha XS1100 in Black with a 1,101cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1981 Yamaha XS1100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.1% with a typical mileage of 38,833 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 NRB 78W, 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 45 years old, this Yamaha XS1100 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was NRB 78W registered?

NRB 78W is a 1981 Yamaha XS1100, first registered on 24 March 1981.

Is NRB 78W safe to buy?

The MOT history for NRB 78W shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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