CarVerify

Free Car Check

L519 LTF

1997 Yamaha XJR400

Yellow Petrol 400cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2016
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

9,316 mi
Last recorded9,316 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2016
Typical for 1997 Yamaha XJR40025,466 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Yamaha
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationL519 LTF
MakeYamaha
ModelXJR400
Year1997
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Fail 26 Jul 2016 9,316 miles

Front Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 30 Jul 2015 8,988 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 30 Jul 2014 8,392 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2013 7,898 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2012 6,102 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 30 Jul 2011

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 6 Mar 2010 20,768 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2009 20,768 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2009 20,768 miles

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

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Offside Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 11 Mar 2008 20,765 miles

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

Nearside Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

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

Fail 11 Mar 2008 20,765 miles

Centre Front Upper Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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

Nearside Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Nearside Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

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

Fail 13 Mar 2007 17,739 miles

Nearside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 13 Mar 2007 17,739 miles

Nearside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

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
Full Yamaha XJR400 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

L519 LTF is a 1997 Yamaha XJR400 in Yellow with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 L519 LTF, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of L519 LTF?

You can check the full history of L519 LTF by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was L519 LTF registered?

L519 LTF is a 1997 Yamaha XJR400, first registered on 29 July 1997.

Is L519 LTF safe to buy?

The MOT history for L519 LTF shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does L519 LTF have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on L519 LTF. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.