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M256 GGC

1997 Yamaha XJR1200

Silver Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2021
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

34,521 mi
Last recorded34,521 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2020
Typical for 1997 Yamaha XJR120025,824 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM256 GGC
MakeYamaha
ModelXJR1200
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2020 34,521 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2015 29,416 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2014 29,416 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2014 29,416 miles

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

Pass 23 Feb 2012 24,313 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

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

Fail 13 Apr 2011 24,307 miles

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

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

Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

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

Pass 7 Apr 2010 23,864 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2009 17,443 miles

Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

clutch fluid level low

Pass 9 Apr 2008 13,779 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2006 12,041 miles

Small cracks through rear number plate fixing holes

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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M256 GGC is a 1997 Yamaha XJR1200 in Silver with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 M256 GGC, 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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M256 GGC is a 1997 Yamaha XJR1200, first registered on 7 July 1997.

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