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M349 VBR

2001 Yamaha XJR1200

Silver Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jul 2027
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

29,624 mi
Last recorded29,624 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2026
Typical for 2001 Yamaha XJR120026,525 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM349 VBR
MakeYamaha
ModelXJR1200
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2026 29,624 miles

Central Front Lower Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Jul 2025 28,656 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2024 27,970 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2023 27,431 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2023 27,431 miles

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Jun 2019 27,375 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2018 27,290 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2018 27,290 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Jan 2017 27,271 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2016 27,259 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2016 27,259 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 18 Dec 2014 27,201 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2014 27,201 miles

Nearside Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Jul 2013 27,154 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2012 27,068 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2011 27,040 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2010 27,008 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2009 26,956 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2008 26,942 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2008 26,942 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle insecure (1.4.2c)

Pass 28 Jul 2007 26,930 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2006 26,884 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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M349 VBR is a 2001 Yamaha XJR1200 in Silver with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

Across all 2001 Yamaha XJR1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.4% with a typical mileage of 26,525 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 M349 VBR, 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 25 years old, this Yamaha XJR1200 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was M349 VBR registered?

M349 VBR is a 2001 Yamaha XJR1200, first registered on 15 August 2001.

Is M349 VBR safe to buy?

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