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L166 XOU

2001 Yamaha XJR1200

Black Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Mar 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

33,983 mi
Last recorded33,983 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2026
Typical for 2001 Yamaha XJR120026,525 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL166 XOU
MakeYamaha
ModelXJR1200
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2026 33,983 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2024 33,960 miles

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

Pass 9 Jun 2023 32,985 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2022 31,496 miles

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

Pass 21 Apr 2021 30,699 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2021 30,699 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 14 May 2020 29,933 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2019 29,091 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2018 27,768 miles

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

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

Fail 13 Jan 2018 27,768 miles

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

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

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

Pass 24 Mar 2014 27,476 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Jun 2012 27,476 miles

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

Pass 4 Mar 2011 26,575 miles

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

Pass 23 Feb 2010 25,478 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2009 24,325 miles

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

Pass 29 Feb 2008 23,178 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2007 21,632 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2006 19,717 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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L166 XOU is a 2001 Yamaha XJR1200 in Black with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2001 Yamaha XJR1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.4% with a typical mileage of 26,525 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 L166 XOU, 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 25 years old, this Yamaha XJR1200 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was L166 XOU registered?

L166 XOU is a 2001 Yamaha XJR1200, first registered on 16 November 2001.

Is L166 XOU safe to buy?

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