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P839 KWE

1997 Yamaha XV1100

Black Petrol 1063cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2022
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

28,664 mi
Last recorded28,664 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2021
Typical for 1997 Yamaha XV110018,070 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP839 KWE
MakeYamaha
ModelXV1100
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,063cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2021 28,664 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2021 28,664 miles

Rear Brake component insecure (1.1.21 (c))

Pass 28 Jul 2014 27,064 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2014 27,064 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Pass 30 Jun 2012 26,227 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2011 25,723 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2011 25,723 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Pass 22 May 2010 25,008 miles
Fail 21 May 2010 25,008 miles

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 Jan 2008 24,537 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2007 23,614 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2006 21,330 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2006 21,330 miles

Front Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Stop lamp missing (1.3.3a)

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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P839 KWE is a 1997 Yamaha XV1100 in Black with a 1,063cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 P839 KWE, 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 P839 KWE registered?

P839 KWE is a 1997 Yamaha XV1100, first registered on 26 January 1997.

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