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M78 KDA

1995 Yamaha XJR1200

Black Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2018
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

23,315 mi
Last recorded23,315 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2017
Typical for 1995 Yamaha XJR120026,214 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM78 KDA
MakeYamaha
ModelXJR1200
Year1995
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2017 23,315 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2013 21,776 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2012 21,729 miles

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

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

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 18 Aug 2011 21,198 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 19 Aug 2010 20,331 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

front brake discs show signs of over heating

Fail 10 Aug 2010 20,317 miles

Nearside Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

front brake discs show signs of over heating

Pass 30 May 2009 18,282 miles

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

Pass 24 May 2008 16,805 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2006 14,500 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2005 12,394 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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M78 KDA is a 1995 Yamaha XJR1200 in Black with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 M78 KDA, 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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M78 KDA is a 1995 Yamaha XJR1200, first registered on 3 May 1995.

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