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N389 MTC

1996 Yamaha XJR1200

Black Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2017
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

76,915 mi
Last recorded76,915 miles
Recorded on23 May 2016
Typical for 1996 Yamaha XJR120026,431 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN389 MTC
MakeYamaha
ModelXJR1200
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 May 2016 76,915 miles

Front Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

oil leak from engine

Pass 18 May 2015 76,495 miles
Fail 18 May 2015 76,495 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Pass 23 May 2014 75,308 miles

tape on head light shell and speedo back

Pass 9 Nov 2011 74,871 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2010 68,869 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2009 61,818 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 11 Nov 2009 61,818 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2008 53,581 miles

Front Plate brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.B1b)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 16 Nov 2007 45,574 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2006 38,588 miles

Long front brake lever travel

Pass 17 Oct 2005 30,814 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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N389 MTC is a 1996 Yamaha XJR1200 in Black with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1996 Yamaha XJR1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.1% with a typical mileage of 26,431 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 N389 MTC, 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 30 years old, this Yamaha XJR1200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was N389 MTC registered?

N389 MTC is a 1996 Yamaha XJR1200, first registered on 21 May 1996.

Is N389 MTC safe to buy?

The MOT history for N389 MTC shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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