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S839 EGX

1998 Yamaha XS1100

Red Petrol 1063cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2014
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

23,729 mi
Last recorded23,729 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2013
Typical for 1998 Yamaha XS110036,789 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS839 EGX
MakeYamaha
ModelXS1100
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,063cc
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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2013 23,729 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2012 22,456 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2011 15,251 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 14 Jul 2011 15,251 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

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

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 22 Jul 2010 11,594 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2008 11,412 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2007 10,466 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2006 9,334 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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S839 EGX is a 1998 Yamaha XS1100 in Red with a 1,063cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1998 Yamaha XS1100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.6% with a typical mileage of 36,789 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 S839 EGX, 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 28 years old, this Yamaha XS1100 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was S839 EGX registered?

S839 EGX is a 1998 Yamaha XS1100, first registered on 26 September 1998.

Is S839 EGX safe to buy?

The MOT history for S839 EGX shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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