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R379 FVX

1998 Yamaha XV1100

Blue Petrol 1063cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jul 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

65,717 mi
Last recorded65,717 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2026
Typical for 1998 Yamaha XV110018,188 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR379 FVX
MakeYamaha
ModelXV1100
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,063cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 31 Jul 2026 65,717 miles
Pass 23 May 2025 63,540 miles

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

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

Pass 30 May 2024 61,437 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2023 58,143 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2022 55,502 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2021 55,419 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2019 52,146 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2018 46,956 miles

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

Pass 4 Nov 2017 40,216 miles

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

Pass 30 Nov 2016 36,874 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2008 30,965 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2007 25,606 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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R379 FVX is a 1998 Yamaha XV1100 in Blue with a 1,063cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R379 FVX, 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 R379 FVX registered?

R379 FVX is a 1998 Yamaha XV1100, first registered on 4 April 1998.

Is R379 FVX safe to buy?

The MOT history for R379 FVX shows 12 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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