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P208 EBW

1997 Yamaha XV1100

Green Petrol 1063cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2020
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

3,001 mi
Last recorded3,001 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2019
Typical for 1997 Yamaha XV110018,070 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP208 EBW
MakeYamaha
ModelXV1100
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,063cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2019 3,001 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2019 3,000 miles

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.12 (a))

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.12 (a))

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Jul 2015 2,876 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2014 2,748 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2013 2,386 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2011 2,232 miles
Pass 7 May 2010 2,088 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2009 1,859 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2007 1,709 miles
Pass 13 May 2006 1,698 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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P208 EBW is a 1997 Yamaha XV1100 in Green with a 1,063cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 P208 EBW, 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.

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What year was P208 EBW registered?

P208 EBW is a 1997 Yamaha XV1100, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P208 EBW safe to buy?

The MOT history for P208 EBW shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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