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L305 RGX

1997 Yamaha XJR1200

Red Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Mar 2016
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

17,719 mi
Last recorded17,719 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2015
Typical for 1997 Yamaha XJR120025,824 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL305 RGX
MakeYamaha
ModelXJR1200
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2015 17,719 miles
Pass 1 May 2010 17,369 miles

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

Fail 1 May 2010 17,369 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

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

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 8 Mar 2007 11,798 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2006 11,585 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2006 11,585 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

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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L305 RGX is a 1997 Yamaha XJR1200 in Red with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1997 Yamaha XJR1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.8% with a typical mileage of 25,824 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 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 L305 RGX, 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 29 years old, this Yamaha XJR1200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was L305 RGX registered?

L305 RGX is a 1997 Yamaha XJR1200, first registered on 4 June 1997.

Is L305 RGX safe to buy?

The MOT history for L305 RGX shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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