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RFX 248W

1981 Yamaha XS1100

Blue Petrol 1101cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2013
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

67,214 mi
Last recorded67,214 miles
Recorded on24 May 2012
Typical for 1981 Yamaha XS110038,833 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRFX 248W
MakeYamaha
ModelXS1100
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,101cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 May 2012 67,214 miles

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

Pass 4 Feb 2011 66,795 miles

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

Rear number plate characters starting to crack.

Fail 27 Nov 2009 66,218 miles

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

front tyre starting to perish

Pass 27 Nov 2009 66,218 miles

front tyre starting to perish

Fail 28 Nov 2008 66,067 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Lower Fork yoke slightly corroded. (2.1.1b)

Pass 28 Nov 2008 66,067 miles

Lower Fork yoke slightly corroded. (2.1.1b)

Pass 14 Dec 2007 64,612 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2006 63,208 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2005 62,783 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha XS1100?

Based on 3,201 MOT tests across 603 vehicles.

83.3%
Pass Rate
404
Miles/Year
48
Year Lifespan
603
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 62
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 33
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 27
reflector on motorcycle missing 18
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 17
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RFX 248W is a 1981 Yamaha XS1100 in Blue with a 1,101cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1981 Yamaha XS1100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.1% with a typical mileage of 38,833 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 XS1100 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 62 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RFX 248W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha XS1100 typically stays on UK roads for around 48 years. At 45 years old, this Yamaha XS1100 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RFX 248W registered?

RFX 248W is a 1981 Yamaha XS1100, first registered on 31 December 1981.

Is RFX 248W safe to buy?

The MOT history for RFX 248W shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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