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SVR 863W

1981 Yamaha XS1100

Black Petrol 1100cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2022
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

614 mi
Last recorded614 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2021
Typical for 1981 Yamaha XS110038,833 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSVR 863W
MakeYamaha
ModelXS1100
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,100cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Nov 2021 614 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2020 15,060 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2019 26 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2019 26 miles

Front Tyre incorrect because a bias-belted tyre is fitted to the front and a cross-ply tyre is fitted to the rear (5.2.3 (a))

Pass 29 Sep 2018 7 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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SVR 863W is a 1981 Yamaha XS1100 in Black with a 1,100cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 SVR 863W, 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.

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What year was SVR 863W registered?

SVR 863W is a 1981 Yamaha XS1100, first registered on 1 May 1981.

Is SVR 863W safe to buy?

The MOT history for SVR 863W shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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