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P245 UGP

1997 Yamaha XJR1200

Black Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Feb 2027
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

27,971 mi
Last recorded27,971 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2026
Typical for 1997 Yamaha XJR120025,824 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP245 UGP
MakeYamaha
ModelXJR1200
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 4 Feb 2026 27,971 miles

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

Pass 27 Jul 2024 27,847 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2023 27,592 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2022 25,761 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2020 24,443 miles
Pass 19 May 2020 24,289 miles
Pass 8 May 2019 23,932 miles
Pass 8 May 2018 23,473 miles
Pass 20 May 2017 23,149 miles
Pass 14 May 2016 22,340 miles
Pass 13 May 2015 20,982 miles
Pass 17 May 2014 19,677 miles
Pass 24 May 2013 18,129 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 17,769 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2011 17,529 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 23 Sep 2010 17,261 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2009 16,406 miles

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

Pass 24 Sep 2008 15,409 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2007 14,522 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2006 14,169 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2005 13,712 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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P245 UGP is a 1997 Yamaha XJR1200 in Black with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Yamaha XJR1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.8% with a typical mileage of 25,824 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 P245 UGP, 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 29 years old, this Yamaha XJR1200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P245 UGP registered?

P245 UGP is a 1997 Yamaha XJR1200, first registered on 24 March 1997.

Is P245 UGP safe to buy?

The MOT history for P245 UGP shows 21 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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