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DX08 OCW

2008 Yamaha Xvs 1100

Red Petrol 1100cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jun 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

18,384 mi
Last recorded18,384 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX08 OCW
MakeYamaha
ModelXvs 1100
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,100cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2026 18,384 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2025 16,558 miles
Pass 29 May 2024 14,976 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 2 Jun 2023 13,545 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 May 2022 12,236 miles

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

Pass 15 May 2021 11,671 miles

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

Pass 12 Apr 2019 9,307 miles

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

Pass 10 Apr 2018 7,775 miles

Offside Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 12 Apr 2016 7,270 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

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

Pass 23 Mar 2015 6,562 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 24 Mar 2014 5,967 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Fail 24 Mar 2014 5,960 miles

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

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 19 May 2012 5,584 miles
Fail 12 May 2012 5,570 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 31 May 2011 4,113 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha Xvs 1100?

Based on 1,157 MOT tests across 151 vehicles.

90.1%
Pass Rate
544
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
151
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 10
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 6
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 4
Brake pipe inadequately supported 3
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 3
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DX08 OCW is a 2008 Yamaha Xvs 1100 in Red with a 1,100cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

The most common reason a Yamaha Xvs 1100 fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 10 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DX08 OCW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Xvs 1100 typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 18 years old, this Yamaha Xvs 1100 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was DX08 OCW registered?

DX08 OCW is a 2008 Yamaha Xvs 1100, first registered on 11 June 2008.

Is DX08 OCW safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX08 OCW shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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