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M969 ABV

1997 Yamaha Xjr

Black Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Oct 2026
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

49,981 mi
Last recorded49,981 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2025
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Xjr31,097 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM969 ABV
MakeYamaha
ModelXjr
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2025 49,981 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Oct 2024 49,655 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2023 48,778 miles

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Sep 2022 48,215 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2021 47,533 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2020 46,513 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2020 46,513 miles

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 6 Sep 2019 45,614 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2018 44,908 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 May 2017 44,882 miles
Fail 13 May 2017 44,882 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 22 Apr 2017 44,533 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2017 44,533 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 11 Apr 2016 44,484 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2015 44,055 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

one of the two rear position lamps not working.

Pass 29 Mar 2014 42,990 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2013 38,186 miles

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

Pass 25 Feb 2012 36,267 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2011 33,870 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2009 32,361 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2008 29,579 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 20 Dec 2008 29,579 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 27 Oct 2005 25,578 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha Xjr?

Based on 3,590 MOT tests across 437 vehicles.

87.8%
Pass Rate
694
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
437
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 20
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 17
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 17
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 11
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 10
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M969 ABV is a 1997 Yamaha Xjr in Black with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

Across all 1997 Yamaha Xjr models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.6% with a typical mileage of 31,097 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha Xjr fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 20 recorded failures. If you're considering buying M969 ABV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Xjr typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 29 years old, this Yamaha Xjr is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was M969 ABV registered?

M969 ABV is a 1997 Yamaha Xjr, first registered on 18 September 1997.

Is M969 ABV safe to buy?

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