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R457 TEG

1998 Yamaha XV1100

Black Petrol 1063cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Apr 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

10,950 mi
Last recorded10,950 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2013
Typical for 1998 Yamaha XV110018,188 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR457 TEG
MakeYamaha
ModelXV1100
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,063cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2013 10,950 miles

Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

swinging arm corroded

Fail 6 Mar 2013 10,941 miles

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

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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

some corrosion to swinging arm and frame

Pass 13 Mar 2012 8,797 miles

Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

some corrosion to swinging arm

Fail 13 Mar 2012 8,797 miles

Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

some corrosion to swinging arm

Pass 4 Apr 2011 7,162 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2010 41,783 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2009 32,596 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2008 24,162 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2008 24,162 miles

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

Rear Brake lining(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 26 Sep 2006 23,426 miles

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

Pass 23 Sep 2005 21,205 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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R457 TEG is a 1998 Yamaha XV1100 in Black with a 1,063cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 R457 TEG, 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 R457 TEG registered?

R457 TEG is a 1998 Yamaha XV1100, first registered on 8 July 1998.

Is R457 TEG safe to buy?

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