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VHU 614T

1979 Yamaha XS1100

Blue Petrol 1101cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2018
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

56,567 mi
Last recorded56,567 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2017
Typical for 1979 Yamaha XS110032,822 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVHU 614T
MakeYamaha
ModelXS1100
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,101cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2017 56,567 miles

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

Front brake has slight bind

Pass 28 Mar 2012 56,157 miles

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

Pass 16 Mar 2011 55,271 miles

Clutch lever pivot bolt slightly loose

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 16 Mar 2011 55,271 miles

Clutch lever pivot bolt slightly loose

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 9 Jun 2008 54,045 miles

Brake light not working of front brake.

Foot rest rubbers missing.

Fail 6 Jun 2008 53,749 miles

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.1a)

Nearside Front Indicator tell tale not functioning (1.5.2)

Offside Indicator tell tale not functioning (1.5.2)

Rear Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct stroke width (6.3.4a)

Brake light not working of front brake.

Foot rest rubbers missing.

Horn tone just loud enough.

Pass 27 Sep 2006 52,357 miles

no indicators fitted at test

Fail 27 Sep 2006 52,353 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.1a) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake hose excessively twisted (3.2.B3a) DANGEROUS

no indicators fitted at time of test

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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VHU 614T is a 1979 Yamaha XS1100 in Blue with a 1,101cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1979 Yamaha XS1100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.5% with a typical mileage of 32,822 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 VHU 614T, 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 47 years old, this Yamaha XS1100 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was VHU 614T registered?

VHU 614T is a 1979 Yamaha XS1100, first registered on 26 January 1979.

Is VHU 614T safe to buy?

The MOT history for VHU 614T shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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