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XRU 401S

1996 Yamaha XS1100

Maroon Petrol 1101cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Sep 2019
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

31,292 mi
Last recorded31,292 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2018
Typical for 1996 Yamaha XS110038,148 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXRU 401S
MakeYamaha
ModelXS1100
Year1996
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,101cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2018 31,292 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 28 Jul 2017 30,947 miles

Offside Front small bind on brake

Pass 26 Aug 2016 30,011 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 28 Aug 2015 28,670 miles

front brake slight bind attention soon

Fail 27 Aug 2015 28,670 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a) DANGEROUS

Indicator tell tale not functioning (1.5.2) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c) DANGEROUS

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a) DANGEROUS

front brake slight bind attention soon

Pass 30 Aug 2014 28,215 miles

dip switch damaged poor

horn [poor

Fail 22 Aug 2014 28,212 miles

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

dip switch damaged poor

horn [poor

unable to fully inspect front wheel assy brake bind

Pass 4 Aug 2013 28,150 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2012 27,463 miles

Lower Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 16 Jul 2011 27,305 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2011 27,303 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Fail 17 Jun 2010 25,328 miles

Perishing noted on side walls, rear tyre.

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 17 Jun 2010 25,328 miles

Perishing noted on side walls, rear tyre.

Pass 1 Jul 2009 24,146 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2008 23,056 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2007 21,681 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2007 21,681 miles

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

Pass 16 Jun 2006 20,152 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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XRU 401S is a 1996 Yamaha XS1100 in Maroon with a 1,101cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

Across all 1996 Yamaha XS1100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.1% with a typical mileage of 38,148 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 XRU 401S, 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 30 years old, this Yamaha XS1100 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was XRU 401S registered?

XRU 401S is a 1996 Yamaha XS1100, first registered on 1 June 1996.

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