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SY03 BYW

2003 Yamaha XV1100

Black Petrol 1063cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2026
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

35,717 mi
Last recorded35,717 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2025
Typical for 2003 Yamaha XV110021,858 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSY03 BYW
MakeYamaha
ModelXV1100
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,063cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2025 35,717 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Jun 2021 35,702 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2019 34,975 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 22 Mar 2019 34,975 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake caliper insecure (1.1.16 (c) (i))

Pass 6 Oct 2017 32,721 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2016 31,477 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2016 31,477 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates brake effort fall disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

Fail 11 Aug 2016 31,374 miles

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

Pass 27 Aug 2015 30,218 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2013 29,342 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Jun 2012 26,346 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2011 24,890 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2010 20,151 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2010 20,151 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Plate brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.B1a)

Pass 21 Mar 2009 7,835 miles

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

Pass 28 Feb 2008 7,733 miles

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

Pass 16 Jun 2006 7,337 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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SY03 BYW is a 2003 Yamaha XV1100 in Black with a 1,063cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 2003 Yamaha XV1100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.5% with a typical mileage of 21,858 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 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 SY03 BYW, 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 23 years old, this Yamaha XV1100 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was SY03 BYW registered?

SY03 BYW is a 2003 Yamaha XV1100, first registered on 12 March 2003.

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