CarVerify

Free Car Check

P12 XJR

1996 Yamaha XJR1200

Blue Petrol 1188cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Mar 2025
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

19,159 mi
Last recorded19,159 miles
Recorded on2 Mar 2024
Typical for 1996 Yamaha XJR120026,431 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Yamaha
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationP12 XJR
MakeYamaha
ModelXJR1200
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Mar 2024 19,159 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play Very minimal (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Grab bar bolt missing.

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort Recomend checking disc mating surface on wheel for paint over spray. (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 2 Mar 2024 19,159 miles

Dipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on main beam lights on/off switch belived faulty. (4.1.3 (b))

Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Headlamp aim unable to be tested Not working (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Front Wheel bearing has slight play Very minimal (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Grab bar bolt missing.

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort Recomend checking disc mating surface on wheel for paint over spray. (1.2.1 (e))

Throttle operating incorrectly Lubed (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar glued (2.2.1 (d) (ii))

Pass 18 Nov 2022 17,244 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil Dust seals in very poor condition. (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 16 Jul 2022 17,162 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 16 Jul 2022 17,162 miles

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.12 (a))

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.12 (a))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii))

Pass 8 Jul 2021 16,259 miles

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

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

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

Pass 19 Sep 2019 16,228 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2018 15,818 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2017 15,570 miles
Pass 2 May 2015 14,645 miles

rear tyre wearing low

Pass 6 Aug 2013 12,788 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2012 12,033 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2012 12,033 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Pass 29 Jul 2011 11,100 miles

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

Fail 26 Jun 2010 10,170 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 26 Jun 2010 10,170 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2009 9,632 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2009 9,632 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 12 Jul 2008 9,049 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2007 7,782 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2006 7,056 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2006 7,042 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
Full Yamaha XJR1200 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

P12 XJR is a 1996 Yamaha XJR1200 in Blue with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 P12 XJR, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of P12 XJR?

You can check the full history of P12 XJR by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was P12 XJR registered?

P12 XJR is a 1996 Yamaha XJR1200, first registered on 1 August 1996.

Is P12 XJR safe to buy?

The MOT history for P12 XJR shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P12 XJR have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on P12 XJR. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.