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P21 DRV

1997 Yamaha XV1100

Black Petrol 1063cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Feb 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

13,163 mi
Last recorded13,163 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2026
Typical for 1997 Yamaha XV110018,070 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP21 DRV
MakeYamaha
ModelXV1100
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,063cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2026 13,163 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2024 13,148 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2022 13,087 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2021 13,003 miles

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

Pass 14 Sep 2020 12,884 miles

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

Pass 10 Sep 2019 12,590 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2018 12,298 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Aug 2017 12,105 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2017 12,105 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel rear brake pedal has to much travel, adjusted . (3.1.3b)

Pass 15 Sep 2016 11,945 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2015 11,456 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 5 Sep 2014 10,494 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2013 9,980 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2012 9,406 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 12 Sep 2012 9,406 miles
Pass 27 May 2011 8,340 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2007 8,088 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2006 6,274 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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P21 DRV is a 1997 Yamaha XV1100 in Black with a 1,063cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 P21 DRV, 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 P21 DRV registered?

P21 DRV is a 1997 Yamaha XV1100, first registered on 31 December 1997.

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The MOT history for P21 DRV shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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