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R531 AHE

1998 Yamaha XV1100

Black Petrol 1063cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jun 2027
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

30,899 mi
Last recorded30,899 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2026
Typical for 1998 Yamaha XV110018,188 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR531 AHE
MakeYamaha
ModelXV1100
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,063cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 23 Jun 2026 30,899 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator light intensity reduced (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 18 Jun 2025 30,841 miles
Pass 31 May 2024 30,770 miles
Pass 27 May 2023 30,683 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2022 30,613 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2021 30,337 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2020 30,172 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2019 29,885 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2018 28,836 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2017 26,076 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 11 May 2016 25,441 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2015 24,914 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2014 23,051 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2012 22,851 miles

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

Pass 15 Sep 2011 22,420 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2010 21,792 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2009 21,200 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2008 18,848 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2007 18,425 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2006 17,044 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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R531 AHE is a 1998 Yamaha XV1100 in Black with a 1,063cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 R531 AHE, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R531 AHE registered?

R531 AHE is a 1998 Yamaha XV1100, first registered on 19 June 1998.

Is R531 AHE safe to buy?

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