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R102 TCY

1998 Yamaha XV1100

Black Petrol 1063cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jun 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

48,473 mi
Last recorded48,473 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2025
Typical for 1998 Yamaha XV110018,188 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR102 TCY
MakeYamaha
ModelXV1100
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,063cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2025 48,473 miles

Exhaust noisy Non Standard noisy exhausts (8.1.1 (a))

Footrest slightly loose (6.2.12 (a))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Registration plate slightly loose (0.1 (a))

Pass 30 May 2024 47,615 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 11 Apr 2023 47,161 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 14 Apr 2022 45,924 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 21 Sep 2020 43,429 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute all (4.4.4 (a))

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 29 Sep 2019 36,238 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 16 Jun 2018 35,698 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2017 35,025 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2016 35,491 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2014 35,486 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2013 35,440 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2011 35,438 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2011 35,438 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 2 Jun 2009 35,411 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 8 May 2008 33,060 miles
Fail 8 May 2008 33,060 miles

Front Brake lever is positioned so that the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 17 May 2007 30,109 miles
Pass 31 May 2006 24,957 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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R102 TCY is a 1998 Yamaha XV1100 in Black with a 1,063cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1998 Yamaha XV1100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.1% with a typical mileage of 18,188 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 R102 TCY, 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 28 years old, this Yamaha XV1100 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R102 TCY registered?

R102 TCY is a 1998 Yamaha XV1100, first registered on 9 May 1998.

Is R102 TCY safe to buy?

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