Yamaha Xvs1100
MotorcycleFrom 1,469 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements and reflector missing or reflecting white to the rear. The top issue, significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake, caused 15 failures in 2024. Checking tread depth (1.6mm legal minimum, 3mm recommended) before your test can save an unnecessary fail. You can check prices at Black Circles if you need replacements. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake | 15 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 14 |
| reflector missing or reflecting white to the rear | 10 |
| projected beam image is obviously incorrect | 9 |
| a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 8 |
| exhaust noise levels in excess of those permitted | 8 |
| a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely | 8 |
| stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 7 |
| number plate does not conform to the specified requirements | 7 |
| excessive fluctuation in brake effort through each wheel revolution | 6 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. Only 22.8% of Xvs1100 failures are serious (safety or roadside), below the 44.4% average. When this car fails its MOT, it's more likely to be lights, wipers, or emissions than something dangerous. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £57.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2007 | 91.3% | a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake |
| 2006 | 88.8% | parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value, a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning |
| 2005 | 83% | brake efficiency below minimum requirement, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements |
| 2004 | 87.9% | a direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp, a tyre with a lump, bulge or tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure, including any lifting of the tread rubber |
5 earlier years
| 2003 | 85.1% | excessive fluctuation in brake effort through each wheel revolution, a throttle control not functioning correctly |
| 2002 | 83.4% | a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, lamp emitted colour, position or intensity not in accordance with the requirements |
| 2001 | 82.5% | lamp emitted colour, position or intensity not in accordance with the requirements, a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning |
| 2000 | 91.1% | projected beam image is obviously incorrect, significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake |
| 1999 | 76% | significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake, reflector missing or reflecting white to the rear |
Typical mileage
Half of all Xvs1100s tested had between 13,701 and 29,765 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 21,264 median miles, the Xvs1100 has 0.07 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
Other Yamaha models
| Yamaha Mt | 87.6% |
| Yamaha Gpd125-A Nmax 125 Abs | 80.8% |
| Yamaha Yzf R1 | 87.8% |
| Yamaha Unclassified | 86.6% |
| Yamaha Fzs600 | 83.1% |
Common questions
What is the Yamaha Xvs1100 MOT pass rate?
The Yamaha Xvs1100 has a 85.2% MOT pass rate based on 1,469 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Yamaha Xvs1100?
The most common MOT failure on the Yamaha Xvs1100 is significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake, which caused 15 failures. Other common issues include tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements.
What is the typical mileage of a Yamaha Xvs1100 at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Yamaha Xvs1100 is 21,264 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 13,701 and 29,765 miles.
MOT data from DVSA anonymised test results, 2024 test year. Fleet data from DfT vehicle licensing statistics. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0. MOT pass rates are statistical summaries of test outcomes, not assessments of individual vehicle safety or condition. Always inspect a vehicle and check its full MOT history before purchasing. See terms of use.