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SWH 494T

1998 Yamaha XS1100

Black Petrol 1100cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2022
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

61,264 mi
Last recorded61,264 miles
Recorded on20 May 2021
Typical for 1998 Yamaha XS110036,789 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSWH 494T
MakeYamaha
ModelXS1100
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,100cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 May 2021 61,264 miles
Pass 26 May 2020 60,627 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 13 Nov 2018 59,778 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2017 59,593 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2015 59,378 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2014 59,199 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2013 58,737 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2010 11,517 miles

Stop lamps badly positioned (Too close together)

Fail 4 Aug 2010 11,517 miles

Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

Stop lamps badly positioned (Too close together)

Pass 1 Oct 2009 11,485 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2009 11,474 miles

Nearside Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Offside Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Fail 18 Sep 2009 11,472 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Registration plate does not have black characters on a yellow background (6.3.2a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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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SWH 494T is a 1998 Yamaha XS1100 in Black with a 1,100cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 SWH 494T, 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 SWH 494T registered?

SWH 494T is a 1998 Yamaha XS1100, first registered on 26 January 1998.

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