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BNZ 2162

2002 Yamaha XJR1200

Black Petrol 1168cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Oct 2020
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

37,114 mi
Last recorded37,114 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2026
Typical for 2002 Yamaha XJR120025,373 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBNZ 2162
MakeYamaha
ModelXJR1200
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,168cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Fail 23 Jun 2026 37,114 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Engine casing bolts missing

Engine oil leak

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

main stand insecure

Pass 16 Apr 2019 36,624 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 11 May 2017 34,936 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2016 33,528 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2015 26,455 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2014 16,977 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 27 Mar 2014 16,977 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2013 8,630 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 8 Apr 2013 8,630 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Fail 3 Apr 2013 8,630 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Steering control fouling between components which interferes with the free movement of the steering (2.1.2a) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k) DANGEROUS

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3) DANGEROUS

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2) DANGEROUS

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1) DANGEROUS

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

Pass 16 Jul 2012 4,338 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 16 Jul 2012 4,338 miles

Brake locking device insecure (3.2.A1e)

Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Steering control fouling between components which interferes with the free movement of the steering (2.1.2a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 3 Apr 2010 2,777 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2009 90,604 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2008 78,176 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2007 66,176 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2006 56,043 miles

Front Headlamp aim beam image kick-up is to the offside (1.6.1)

Front Headlamp aim beam image too far to the right (1.6.4)

Pass 28 Feb 2006 56,043 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha XJR1200?

Based on 10,866 MOT tests across 886 vehicles.

83.1%
Pass Rate
736
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
886
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 142
reflector on motorcycle missing 85
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 80
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 77
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 77
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BNZ 2162 is a 2002 Yamaha XJR1200 in Black with a 1,168cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2002 Yamaha XJR1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.1% with a typical mileage of 25,373 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Yamaha XJR1200 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 142 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BNZ 2162, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha XJR1200 typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 24 years old, this Yamaha XJR1200 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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BNZ 2162 is a 2002 Yamaha XJR1200, first registered on 1 April 2002.

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