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OPB 161W

1981 Yamaha XS1100

Green Petrol 1101cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2013
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

62,865 mi
Last recorded62,865 miles
Recorded on12 May 2012
Typical for 1981 Yamaha XS110038,833 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOPB 161W
MakeYamaha
ModelXS1100
Year1981
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,101cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 May 2012 62,865 miles
Fail 12 May 2012 62,865 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 8 Apr 2011 62,737 miles

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Pass 14 Aug 2008 60,714 miles

Dip/Main beam switch partly broken still operates ok

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 3 Aug 2007 60,673 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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OPB 161W is a 1981 Yamaha XS1100 in Green with a 1,101cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 OPB 161W, 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 OPB 161W registered?

OPB 161W is a 1981 Yamaha XS1100, first registered on 1 March 1981.

Is OPB 161W safe to buy?

The MOT history for OPB 161W shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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