CarVerify

Free Car Check

P738 DSS

1997 Yamaha XV1100

Black Petrol 1063cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jul 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

18,896 mi
Last recorded18,896 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2025
Typical for 1997 Yamaha XV110018,070 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Yamaha
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationP738 DSS
MakeYamaha
ModelXV1100
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,063cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2025 18,896 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 29 Jul 2024 18,369 miles

Offside Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 15 Jun 2023 17,445 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2022 16,780 miles

Central Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Jun 2021 15,867 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 23 May 2019 15,360 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2018 14,385 miles
Pass 23 May 2017 13,243 miles
Pass 30 May 2016 12,816 miles
Fail 16 May 2016 12,758 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 14 May 2015 12,204 miles
Pass 13 May 2014 11,046 miles
Pass 13 May 2013 8,893 miles
Pass 15 May 2012 7,610 miles
Pass 5 May 2011 6,994 miles
Pass 4 May 2010 6,086 miles
Pass 5 May 2009 4,709 miles

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

Pass 18 Aug 2006 4,573 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2005 3,676 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
Full Yamaha XV1100 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

P738 DSS is a 1997 Yamaha XV1100 in Black with a 1,063cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 P738 DSS, 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

How do I check the history of P738 DSS?

You can check the full history of P738 DSS by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was P738 DSS registered?

P738 DSS is a 1997 Yamaha XV1100, first registered on 17 April 1997.

Is P738 DSS safe to buy?

The MOT history for P738 DSS shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P738 DSS have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on P738 DSS. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.