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R140 GMW

1997 Yamaha XV1100

Black Petrol 1063cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Sep 2014
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

20,966 mi
Last recorded20,966 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2013
Typical for 1997 Yamaha XV110018,070 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR140 GMW
MakeYamaha
ModelXV1100
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,063cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2013 20,966 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2012 20,825 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2011 20,573 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2010 20,052 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2009 18,923 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 25 Aug 2009 18,923 miles
Pass 3 May 2006 16,800 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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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R140 GMW is a 1997 Yamaha XV1100 in Black with a 1,063cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 R140 GMW, 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 R140 GMW registered?

R140 GMW is a 1997 Yamaha XV1100, first registered on 24 October 1997.

Is R140 GMW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R140 GMW shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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