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P543 GTF

1997 Yamaha XV1100

Blue Petrol 1062cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jun 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

17,398 mi
Last recorded17,398 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2025
Typical for 1997 Yamaha XV110018,070 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP543 GTF
MakeYamaha
ModelXV1100
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,062cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2025 17,398 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2024 17,353 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2022 17,260 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 3 Aug 2020 17,176 miles

Stop lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.3.3 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Apr 2019 17,033 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 27 May 2017 16,775 miles
Fail 27 May 2017 16,775 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 25 May 2016 16,276 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 9 May 2015 15,473 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 4 May 2014 14,367 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 4 May 2014 14,367 miles

Fuel hose leaking (7.2.1a)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 1 Jun 2013 13,610 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 2 Apr 2012 12,889 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2011 12,603 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2009 12,175 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2008 11,284 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2007 10,077 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2006 9,169 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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P543 GTF is a 1997 Yamaha XV1100 in Blue with a 1,062cc 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 P543 GTF, 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 P543 GTF registered?

P543 GTF is a 1997 Yamaha XV1100, first registered on 25 April 1997.

Is P543 GTF safe to buy?

The MOT history for P543 GTF 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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