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P511 YFW

1997 Yamaha XV1100

Black Petrol 1063cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 May 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

18,307 mi
Last recorded18,307 miles
Recorded on29 May 2026
Typical for 1997 Yamaha XV110018,070 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP511 YFW
MakeYamaha
ModelXV1100
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,063cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 May 2026 18,307 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2021 18,229 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2019 18,155 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2018 18,106 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2016 17,674 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2016 17,643 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 24 Jun 2015 15,763 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

Pass 20 Jun 2014 14,684 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2013 13,394 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2012 12,841 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2011 11,244 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2010 9,912 miles
Pass 12 May 2009 8,922 miles
Pass 2 May 2008 7,945 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2007 6,216 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2006 5,924 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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P511 YFW is a 1997 Yamaha XV1100 in Black with a 1,063cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 P511 YFW, 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 P511 YFW registered?

P511 YFW is a 1997 Yamaha XV1100, first registered on 17 May 1997.

Is P511 YFW safe to buy?

The MOT history for P511 YFW shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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