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WM08 SGX

2008 Yamaha XVS1100

Black Petrol 1304cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Mar 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

51,250 mi
Last recorded51,250 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Yamaha XVS110011,870 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWM08 SGX
MakeYamaha
ModelXVS1100
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,304cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2026 51,250 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2025 50,699 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2024 48,769 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2023 46,174 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2022 46,046 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2021 44,542 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 27 Jan 2021 44,338 miles

Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 10 Aug 2019 41,042 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2018 31,285 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2017 24,734 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2016 16,948 miles

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

Pass 19 Aug 2015 7,224 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2014 6,784 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2013 6,746 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2012 6,730 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2011 6,613 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha XVS1100?

Based on 28,737 MOT tests across 2,268 vehicles.

87.8%
Pass Rate
644
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
2,268
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 360
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 226
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 108
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 98
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 76
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WM08 SGX is a 2008 Yamaha XVS1100 in Black with a 1,304cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 2008 Yamaha XVS1100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.7% with a typical mileage of 11,870 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha XVS1100 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 360 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WM08 SGX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha XVS1100 typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 18 years old, this Yamaha XVS1100 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WM08 SGX registered?

WM08 SGX is a 2008 Yamaha XVS1100, first registered on 28 July 2008.

Is WM08 SGX safe to buy?

The MOT history for WM08 SGX shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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