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J852 FVF

1997 Yamaha Xjr

Red Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2016
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

39,568 mi
Last recorded39,568 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2015
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Xjr31,097 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ852 FVF
MakeYamaha
ModelXjr
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2015 39,568 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2015 39,568 miles

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Pass 15 Aug 2014 37,887 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2013 34,080 miles

Aftermarket exhaust fitted

Pass 25 Jul 2012 33,948 miles

Aftermarket exhaust fitted

Pass 19 Aug 2011 33,501 miles

aftermarket silencer fitted

front tyre wear

Fail 18 Aug 2011 33,494 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

aftermarket silencer fitted

front tyre wear

Fail 26 May 2011 33,475 miles

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

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not of equal width along their entire length (6.3.4a)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 Jun 2010 31,599 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2009 24,339 miles

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

Pass 20 Jun 2009 24,339 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2008 23,232 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2007 20,712 miles

Nearside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Offside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 1 Jun 2006 17,331 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha Xjr?

Based on 3,590 MOT tests across 437 vehicles.

87.8%
Pass Rate
694
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
437
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 20
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 17
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 17
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 11
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 10
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J852 FVF is a 1997 Yamaha Xjr in Red with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1997 Yamaha Xjr models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.6% with a typical mileage of 31,097 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 Xjr fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 20 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J852 FVF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Xjr typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 29 years old, this Yamaha Xjr is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J852 FVF registered?

J852 FVF is a 1997 Yamaha Xjr, first registered on 7 March 1997.

Is J852 FVF safe to buy?

The MOT history for J852 FVF shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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