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P987 NWY

1997 Yamaha XV1100

Blue Petrol 1063cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jan 2026
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

13,407 mi
Last recorded13,407 miles
Recorded on10 Jan 2025
Typical for 1997 Yamaha XV110018,070 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP987 NWY
MakeYamaha
ModelXV1100
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,063cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 10 Jan 2025 13,407 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

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

Pass 4 Jul 2023 13,317 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2022 13,295 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2019 13,266 miles
Pass 8 May 2018 13,231 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2016 13,126 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 12,696 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2014 12,321 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2012 11,825 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2011 11,040 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2010 10,445 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2009 9,473 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2008 7,993 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2007 7,590 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2006 7,395 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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P987 NWY is a 1997 Yamaha XV1100 in Blue with a 1,063cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 P987 NWY, 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 P987 NWY registered?

P987 NWY is a 1997 Yamaha XV1100, first registered on 26 March 1997.

Is P987 NWY safe to buy?

The MOT history for P987 NWY shows 15 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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