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M308 YBV

1995 Yamaha XJR1200

Silver Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Sep 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

42,498 mi
Last recorded42,498 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2025
Typical for 1995 Yamaha XJR120026,214 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM308 YBV
MakeYamaha
ModelXJR1200
Year1995
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc
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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2025 42,498 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2017 42,223 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play swing arm pivot bush/bearing worn (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 8 Jul 2017 42,223 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play swing arm pivot bush/bearing worn (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 6 May 2016 37,779 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 31 Mar 2015 36,536 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2013 35,618 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 17 May 2012 33,707 miles
Pass 27 May 2011 32,809 miles
Fail 27 May 2011 32,809 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 26 Apr 2010 31,277 miles
Pass 2 May 2009 28,186 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2008 26,160 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2007 25,004 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2006 23,758 miles

Centre Rear Lower Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

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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M308 YBV is a 1995 Yamaha XJR1200 in Silver with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 M308 YBV, 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 M308 YBV registered?

M308 YBV is a 1995 Yamaha XJR1200, first registered on 31 December 1995.

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The MOT history for M308 YBV shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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