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L2 TPO

1996 Yamaha XJR1200

Black Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Apr 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

29,857 mi
Last recorded29,857 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2026
Typical for 1996 Yamaha XJR120026,431 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL2 TPO
MakeYamaha
ModelXJR1200
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2026 29,857 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2021 29,840 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2021 29,840 miles

Front Headlamp aim too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 11 Apr 2019 29,775 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2018 29,305 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2017 28,815 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2016 28,144 miles

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

Pass 10 Apr 2015 27,756 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2013 26,729 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2012 26,139 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Nearside Rear suspension lightly rubbing not affecting the movement of the rear suspension (2.4.A.3a)

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

Pass 26 Apr 2011 25,572 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2010 24,254 miles
Pass 3 May 2009 22,203 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

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

slight flicker rear brake light

Pass 10 Apr 2008 20,900 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2006 17,559 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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L2 TPO is a 1996 Yamaha XJR1200 in Black with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 1996 Yamaha XJR1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.1% with a typical mileage of 26,431 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 L2 TPO, 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 30 years old, this Yamaha XJR1200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was L2 TPO registered?

L2 TPO is a 1996 Yamaha XJR1200, first registered on 30 December 1996.

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The MOT history for L2 TPO shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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