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K813 JVX

1997 Yamaha XJR400

Yellow Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Aug 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

52,502 mi
Last recorded52,502 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2025
Typical for 1997 Yamaha XJR40025,466 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK813 JVX
MakeYamaha
ModelXJR400
Year1997
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2025 52,502 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2024 52,412 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2023 52,326 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2022 52,265 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2021 52,121 miles

slight tighter parts in drive chain

Pass 14 Aug 2020 52,029 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 11 Jul 2019 51,839 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 16 Jul 2018 51,685 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2017 51,082 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 2 Jul 2016 50,542 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2015 49,476 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2014 48,490 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2013 47,275 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2012 46,554 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 16 Jul 2011 45,761 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 10 Jul 2010 44,665 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2009 42,749 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2008 42,384 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2007 1,574 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Pass 30 Jun 2006 14,295 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2006 14,295 miles

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

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

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

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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K813 JVX is a 1997 Yamaha XJR400 in Yellow with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

Across all 1997 Yamaha XJR400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.5% with a typical mileage of 25,466 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 K813 JVX, 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 29 years old, this Yamaha XJR400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was K813 JVX registered?

K813 JVX is a 1997 Yamaha XJR400, first registered on 1 August 1997.

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