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L120 DAT

1997 Yamaha Xjr

Red Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2010
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

41,481 mi
Last recorded41,481 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2009
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Xjr31,097 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL120 DAT
MakeYamaha
ModelXjr
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2009 41,481 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

rear seat unit loose

Fail 27 Feb 2009 41,481 miles

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

rear seat unit loose

Pass 17 Nov 2007 39,682 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2006 34,088 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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L120 DAT is a 1997 Yamaha Xjr in Red with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 L120 DAT, 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 L120 DAT registered?

L120 DAT is a 1997 Yamaha Xjr, first registered on 7 February 1997.

Is L120 DAT safe to buy?

The MOT history for L120 DAT shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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