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R326 LHG

1998 Yamaha XV1100

Black Petrol 1063cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Oct 2020
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

29,091 mi
Last recorded29,091 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2019
Typical for 1998 Yamaha XV110018,188 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR326 LHG
MakeYamaha
ModelXV1100
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,063cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Oct 2019 29,091 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2018 28,016 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2017 26,594 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2017 26,593 miles

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

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 14 Oct 2016 24,923 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 9 Oct 2015 23,556 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Pass 10 Oct 2014 21,554 miles

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

Pass 5 Oct 2013 20,052 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

number plate has name on it.

Pass 12 Oct 2012 18,568 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 7 Oct 2011 17,120 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2011 17,067 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 24 Sep 2010 15,465 miles

Centre Rear Lower Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 21 Sep 2010 15,424 miles

Centre Front Lower Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Centre Rear Lower Rear reflector on motorcycle incorrectly positioned (1.4.2d)

Centre Rear Lower Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 19 Sep 2009 13,508 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2008 10,597 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2007 10,477 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2006 10,190 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2005 10,075 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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R326 LHG 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 83.3%.

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 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 R326 LHG, 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.

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What year was R326 LHG registered?

R326 LHG is a 1998 Yamaha XV1100, first registered on 26 January 1998.

Is R326 LHG safe to buy?

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