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P200 XJR

1998 Yamaha XJR1200

Black Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 May 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

29,513 mi
Last recorded29,513 miles
Recorded on29 May 2026
Typical for 1998 Yamaha XJR120023,069 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP200 XJR
MakeYamaha
ModelXJR1200
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 May 2026 29,513 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2021 29,489 miles
Pass 16 May 2020 29,035 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 23 Jun 2018 28,413 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 3 Jun 2017 27,642 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2016 26,001 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 6 Jun 2015 24,580 miles
Pass 3 May 2014 24,199 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 27 Jul 2012 21,409 miles

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

Pass 6 Jul 2011 17,697 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2010 17,401 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2009 17,059 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2008 16,288 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2007 15,993 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2007 15,985 miles

Front Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 May 2006 15,352 miles
Fail 22 May 2006 15,352 miles

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

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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P200 XJR is a 1998 Yamaha XJR1200 in Black with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 1998 Yamaha XJR1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.4% with a typical mileage of 23,069 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 P200 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 28 years old, this Yamaha XJR1200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P200 XJR registered?

P200 XJR is a 1998 Yamaha XJR1200, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is P200 XJR safe to buy?

The MOT history for P200 XJR shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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