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R512 YGV

1998 Yamaha XV1100

Red Petrol 1063cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jun 2027
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

15,562 mi
Last recorded15,562 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2026
Typical for 1998 Yamaha XV110018,188 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR512 YGV
MakeYamaha
ModelXV1100
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,063cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2026 15,562 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2026 15,562 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Jun 2025 15,148 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2024 14,549 miles
Pass 17 May 2022 14,443 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2021 14,052 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2021 14,052 miles

Rear Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel Adjusted rear brake. (1.1.2 (a))

Pass 23 Jul 2019 13,763 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit low tread. (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 18 Jul 2018 13,147 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Jul 2017 12,366 miles

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

Fail 18 Jul 2017 12,366 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

Pass 25 Jul 2016 11,648 miles

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

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

Fail 25 Jul 2016 11,635 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

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

Pass 21 Jul 2015 11,553 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2014 11,299 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2013 10,454 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2012 9,937 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2011 9,428 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2010 9,280 miles

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

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 20 Jul 2009 9,044 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

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

Fail 20 Jul 2009 9,044 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Pass 18 Jul 2008 8,556 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2007 8,322 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2006 8,090 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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R512 YGV is a 1998 Yamaha XV1100 in Red with a 1,063cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 R512 YGV, 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 R512 YGV registered?

R512 YGV is a 1998 Yamaha XV1100, first registered on 6 February 1998.

Is R512 YGV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R512 YGV shows 24 tests with a 79.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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