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EVW 428T

1979 Yamaha XS1100

Maroon Petrol 1101cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jun 2019
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

51,005 mi
Last recorded51,005 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2018
Typical for 1979 Yamaha XS110032,822 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEVW 428T
MakeYamaha
ModelXS1100
Year1979
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,101cc
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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 21 Jun 2018 51,005 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2017 50,613 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2016 50,267 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2015 49,618 miles
Pass 6 May 2014 49,454 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2013 49,293 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2012 49,060 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2011 48,617 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2010 48,208 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2009 47,132 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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EVW 428T is a 1979 Yamaha XS1100 in Maroon with a 1,101cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1979 Yamaha XS1100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.5% with a typical mileage of 32,822 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 EVW 428T, 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 47 years old, this Yamaha XS1100 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was EVW 428T registered?

EVW 428T is a 1979 Yamaha XS1100, first registered on 15 March 1979.

Is EVW 428T safe to buy?

The MOT history for EVW 428T shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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