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Q261XAV

1971 Yamaha XS1100

Black Petrol 1101cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Oct 2016
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationQ261XAV
MakeYamaha
ModelXS1100
Year1971
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,101cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2015
Pass 4 May 2012 50 miles

rear road wheels are not enclosed within the mud guards

Fail 4 May 2012 50 miles

Nearside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

Offside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

rear road wheels are not enclosed within the mud guards

Fail 7 Apr 2011 50 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.6.A.1)

Pass 7 Apr 2011 50 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha XS1100?

Based on 3,201 MOT tests across 603 vehicles.

83.3%
Pass Rate
404
Miles/Year
48
Year Lifespan
603
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 62
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 33
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 27
reflector on motorcycle missing 18
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 17
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Q261XAV is a 1971 Yamaha XS1100 in Black with a 1,101cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

The most common reason a Yamaha XS1100 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 62 recorded failures. If you're considering buying Q261XAV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha XS1100 typically stays on UK roads for around 48 years. At 55 years old, this Yamaha XS1100 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was Q261XAV registered?

Q261XAV is a 1971 Yamaha XS1100, first registered on 1 January 1971.

Is Q261XAV safe to buy?

The MOT history for Q261XAV shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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