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OPA 187W

1981 Yamaha XS1100

Black Petrol 1101cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Mar 2013
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

38,819 mi
Last recorded38,819 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2012
Typical for 1981 Yamaha XS110038,833 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOPA 187W
MakeYamaha
ModelXS1100
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,101cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Fail 7 Mar 2012 38,819 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 7 Mar 2012 38,819 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2010 37,840 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2009 37,204 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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OPA 187W is a 1981 Yamaha XS1100 in Black with a 1,101cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 OPA 187W, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was OPA 187W registered?

OPA 187W is a 1981 Yamaha XS1100, first registered on 1 March 1981.

Is OPA 187W safe to buy?

The MOT history for OPA 187W shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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