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WBL 230S

1978 Yamaha XS1100

Maroon Petrol 1101cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2011
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

26,669 mi
Last recorded26,669 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2010
Typical for 1978 Yamaha XS110030,718 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWBL 230S
MakeYamaha
ModelXS1100
Year1978
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,101cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 18 Aug 2010 26,669 miles

front tyre slightly out of shape

frame slightly rusty in places

Pass 6 Jun 2009 26,103 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2008 24,972 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2006 24,936 miles

Nearside Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Nearside Rear Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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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WBL 230S is a 1978 Yamaha XS1100 in Maroon with a 1,101cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1978 Yamaha XS1100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.9% with a typical mileage of 30,718 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 WBL 230S, 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 48 years old, this Yamaha XS1100 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was WBL 230S registered?

WBL 230S is a 1978 Yamaha XS1100, first registered on 31 December 1978.

Is WBL 230S safe to buy?

The MOT history for WBL 230S shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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