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P97 EBB

1997 Yamaha XV1100

Black Petrol 1063cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Dec 2024
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

3,508 mi
Last recorded3,508 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2023
Typical for 1997 Yamaha XV110018,070 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP97 EBB
MakeYamaha
ModelXV1100
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,063cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2023 3,508 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 4 Jul 2017 7,642 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2017 7,642 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 13 Jun 2016 27,014 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2014 25,892 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

rear tyre side walls starting to crack

Pass 23 Aug 2012 25,801 miles

exhausts noisey (98.5db)

Pass 25 Sep 2010 25,391 miles

exhaust slightly noisy

Pass 2 May 2006 24,968 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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P97 EBB is a 1997 Yamaha XV1100 in Black with a 1,063cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 P97 EBB, 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 P97 EBB registered?

P97 EBB is a 1997 Yamaha XV1100, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P97 EBB safe to buy?

The MOT history for P97 EBB shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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