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B31 KPA

1984 Yamaha XS

Black Petrol 1101cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Oct 2026
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

41,710 mi
Last recorded41,710 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2025
Typical for 1984 Yamaha XS41,750 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB31 KPA
MakeYamaha
ModelXS
Year1984
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,101cc
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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2025 41,710 miles

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

Pass 13 Sep 2024 41,403 miles

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

Pass 10 Aug 2023 41,267 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

rear brake hose bracket loose

Pass 12 Aug 2022 40,922 miles

FRONT BRAKE SLIGHT BIND

Fail 12 Aug 2022 40,922 miles

FRONT BRAKE SLIGHT BIND

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 13 Aug 2021 40,544 miles

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

Pass 1 Aug 2020 40,365 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2019 40,045 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2019 39,924 miles

Rear Brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Rear Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 6 Aug 2018 39,524 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2017 39,222 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2016 39,041 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2015 38,818 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2014 38,714 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2013 38,493 miles

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

Fail 27 Jul 2012 38,315 miles

Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Pass 27 Jul 2012 38,315 miles

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

Pass 22 Jul 2011 37,905 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 23 Jul 2010 37,717 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2010 37,717 miles

Front Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Pass 17 Jul 2009 37,435 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2008 36,935 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2007 36,657 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 30 Jun 2006 36,285 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

How Reliable is the Yamaha XS?

Based on 1,297 MOT tests across 219 vehicles.

82.9%
Pass Rate
330
Miles/Year
49
Year Lifespan
219
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 15
reflector on motorcycle missing 12
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 11
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 9
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 8
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B31 KPA is a 1984 Yamaha XS in Black with a 1,101cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1984 Yamaha XS models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.6% with a typical mileage of 41,750 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha XS fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 15 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B31 KPA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha XS typically stays on UK roads for around 49 years. At 42 years old, this Yamaha XS is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was B31 KPA registered?

B31 KPA is a 1984 Yamaha XS, first registered on 23 August 1984.

Is B31 KPA safe to buy?

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