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L731 RWC

1997 Yamaha XJR400

Black Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2019
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

15,085 mi
Last recorded15,085 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2018
Typical for 1997 Yamaha XJR40025,466 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL731 RWC
MakeYamaha
ModelXJR400
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc
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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2018 15,085 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 31 Aug 2017 14,546 miles

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

Pass 9 Aug 2016 14,117 miles

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

Pass 21 Jul 2014 13,912 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2010 13,863 miles
Pass 9 May 2009 13,771 miles
Pass 8 May 2008 13,564 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Fail 22 Feb 2007 13,426 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 22 Feb 2007 13,426 miles

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
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L731 RWC is a 1997 Yamaha XJR400 in Black with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 L731 RWC, 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.

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What year was L731 RWC registered?

L731 RWC is a 1997 Yamaha XJR400, first registered on 25 March 1997.

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The MOT history for L731 RWC shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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