1995 YAMAHA XVS11001.1L PETROL

The most recent MOT entry for this 1995 Yamaha XVS1100, dated 2010-09-13, shows a failure due to leaking oil from both nearside and offside front lower front shock absorber seals. This is a specific mechanical defect requiring immediate attention. The same date also lists a passed MOT, which may indicate a duplicate record or administrative error, but the failure is the critical issue here. The vehicle’s MOT history prior to 2010 shows mostly clean results, with a 2008 entry noting a cracked number plate (a minor issue) and no other defects. From 2005 to 2007, the bike passed with no recorded defects. This suggests the vehicle was generally well-maintained before 2010, but the 2010 failure highlights a clear mechanical issue. The recurring pattern centers on the shock absorber seals, which failed in 2010. While no further MOT data exists after this, the lack of subsequent records means the trend post-2010 is unknown. The defect could indicate a one-off issue, such as seal degradation due to age or storage, but without repair records, it’s unclear if the problem was resolved. The vehicle’s mileage of 8,685 miles over 31 years equates to roughly 280 miles per year, which is exceptionally low.