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M629 BMA

1997 Yamaha XJR400

Blue Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 May 2017
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

12 mi
Last recorded12 miles
Recorded on14 May 2016
Typical for 1997 Yamaha XJR40025,466 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM629 BMA
MakeYamaha
ModelXJR400
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc
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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 May 2016 12 miles

both rear footrests removed

new speedo head fitted

slight damage to rear number plate around bolts

slightly uneven wear on front tyre tread

Pass 25 Apr 2015 359 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2013 359 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 31 Aug 2013 359 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2012 360 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2011 360 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2011 360 miles

Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1b)

Fail 14 Aug 2010 360 miles

Brake lever is so short and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 14 Aug 2010 360 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2009 359 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2009 359 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 12 May 2008 356 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2007 32,190 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2007 32,190 miles

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 13 Feb 2006 26,820 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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M629 BMA is a 1997 Yamaha XJR400 in Blue with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 M629 BMA, 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 M629 BMA registered?

M629 BMA is a 1997 Yamaha XJR400, first registered on 27 June 1997.

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