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OSC 968T

1979 Yamaha XS1100

Blue Petrol 1100cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Mar 2026
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

45,157 mi
Last recorded45,157 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2025
Typical for 1979 Yamaha XS110032,822 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Yamaha
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOSC 968T
MakeYamaha
ModelXS1100
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,100cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 3 Mar 2025 45,157 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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OSC 968T is a 1979 Yamaha XS1100 in Blue with a 1,100cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1979 Yamaha XS1100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.5% with a typical mileage of 32,822 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 OSC 968T, 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 47 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 OSC 968T registered?

OSC 968T is a 1979 Yamaha XS1100, first registered on 31 December 1979.

Is OSC 968T safe to buy?

The MOT history for OSC 968T shows 1 test 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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