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K551 MAH

1998 Yamaha XJR400

Red Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2022
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

61,950 mi
Last recorded61,950 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2021
Typical for 1998 Yamaha XJR40026,055 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK551 MAH
MakeYamaha
ModelXJR400
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2021 61,950 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened ALL (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 31 May 2019 61,882 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2014 61,817 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 27 Feb 2013 56,917 miles

Front Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

Rear Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

Pass 23 Jun 2012 52,587 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2011 52,271 miles

Hazard lamps only working on one side

Offside rear top shock bush worn

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Fail 23 Jun 2011 52,271 miles

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Hazard lamps only working on one side

Offside rear top shock bush worn

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Pass 3 Jul 2010 51,152 miles
Pass 11 May 2009 50,512 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Fail 7 May 2009 50,512 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

o/s/r side light inop

Pass 21 Apr 2008 49,917 miles
Pass 14 May 2007 48,764 miles
Pass 15 May 2006 44,757 miles
Fail 12 May 2006 44,757 miles

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

How Reliable is the Yamaha XJR400?

Based on 1,128 MOT tests across 125 vehicles.

80.3%
Pass Rate
739
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
125
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 18
reflector on motorcycle missing 16
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 14
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 11
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 10
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K551 MAH is a 1998 Yamaha XJR400 in Red with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 1998 Yamaha XJR400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.9% with a typical mileage of 26,055 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha XJR400 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 18 recorded failures. If you're considering buying K551 MAH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha XJR400 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 28 years old, this Yamaha XJR400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was K551 MAH registered?

K551 MAH is a 1998 Yamaha XJR400, first registered on 1 September 1998.

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The MOT history for K551 MAH shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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