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XBV 499V

1980 Yamaha XS1100

White Petrol 1101cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2015
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

55,294 mi
Last recorded55,294 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2014
Typical for 1980 Yamaha XS110032,656 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXBV 499V
MakeYamaha
ModelXS1100
Year1980
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,101cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2014 55,294 miles

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

rear tyre sidewall perished

Pass 1 Jun 2013 53,117 miles
Pass 20 May 2012 52,153 miles

Rear Brake fluid reservoir slightly damaged (3.2.B1b)

Pass 9 Apr 2011 48,968 miles

lighting equipment not fitted

Pass 17 Oct 2009 45,628 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2009 456,218 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 4 Oct 2008 43,617 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2007 43,445 miles

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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XBV 499V is a 1980 Yamaha XS1100 in White with a 1,101cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1980 Yamaha XS1100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.7% with a typical mileage of 32,656 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 XBV 499V, 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 46 years old, this Yamaha XS1100 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was XBV 499V registered?

XBV 499V is a 1980 Yamaha XS1100, first registered on 11 February 1980.

Is XBV 499V safe to buy?

The MOT history for XBV 499V shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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