CarVerify

Free Car Check

P278 THS

1996 Yamaha XJR1200

Black Petrol 1188cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jun 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

14,021 mi
Last recorded14,021 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2025
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

RegistrationP278 THS
MakeYamaha
ModelXJR1200
Year1996
ColourBlack
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

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2025 14,021 miles
Pass 23 May 2024 13,404 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2023 12,645 miles

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

Pass 24 Mar 2022 12,421 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2020 12,322 miles

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Fail 1 Dec 2020 12,322 miles

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Nearside Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Pass 30 May 2019 11,486 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases n/s can (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

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

Fail 30 May 2019 11,486 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases n/s can (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 May 2018 10,103 miles
Pass 26 May 2017 9,323 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Fail 26 May 2017 9,323 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Pass 4 May 2016 8,207 miles
Pass 12 May 2015 7,433 miles
Pass 17 May 2014 5,355 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2013 3,810 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2012 3,068 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Nearside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Offside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 15 Apr 2011 31,526 miles
Pass 1 May 2010 31,341 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2009 30,163 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2008 29,332 miles

Front Wheel damaged but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 13 Mar 2008 29,332 miles

Front Wheel damaged but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Pass 6 Mar 2007 26,535 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

P278 THS is a 1996 Yamaha XJR1200 in Black with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 P278 THS, 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 P278 THS?

You can check the full history of P278 THS by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was P278 THS registered?

P278 THS is a 1996 Yamaha XJR1200, first registered on 25 September 1996.

Is P278 THS safe to buy?

The MOT history for P278 THS shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P278 THS 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 P278 THS. 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.