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M178 TAJ

1995 Yamaha XJR1200

Black Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2026
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

10,971 mi
Last recorded10,971 miles
Recorded on24 May 2025
Typical for 1995 Yamaha XJR120026,214 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM178 TAJ
MakeYamaha
ModelXJR1200
Year1995
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 24 May 2025 10,971 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2023 10,947 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2021 10,875 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2020 10,654 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2019 10,623 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2018 10,352 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2017 10,046 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2016 9,834 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2015 9,720 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2014 9,619 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2013 9,471 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2012 9,427 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2011 9,285 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2010 9,104 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2009 9,016 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2008 8,821 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2007 8,628 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2006 7,936 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2005 6,928 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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M178 TAJ is a 1995 Yamaha XJR1200 in Black with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1995 Yamaha XJR1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.3% with a typical mileage of 26,214 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 M178 TAJ, 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 31 years old, this Yamaha XJR1200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was M178 TAJ registered?

M178 TAJ is a 1995 Yamaha XJR1200, first registered on 1 June 1995.

Is M178 TAJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for M178 TAJ shows 19 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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