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P181 XWR

1997 Yamaha XV1100

Black Petrol 1063cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jul 2026
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

27,324 mi
Last recorded27,324 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2025
Typical for 1997 Yamaha XV110018,070 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP181 XWR
MakeYamaha
ModelXV1100
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,063cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 25 Jul 2025 27,324 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2024 26,779 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2023 25,969 miles

Lower Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 26 Feb 2022 24,754 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2021 21,209 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2019 16,985 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2018 13,623 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2017 11,766 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2012 11,693 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2010 11,635 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2009 11,234 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2008 10,907 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2007 10,220 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2006 9,886 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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P181 XWR is a 1997 Yamaha XV1100 in Black with a 1,063cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Yamaha XV1100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.7% with a typical mileage of 18,070 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 P181 XWR, 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 29 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 P181 XWR registered?

P181 XWR is a 1997 Yamaha XV1100, first registered on 21 April 1997.

Is P181 XWR safe to buy?

The MOT history for P181 XWR shows 14 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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