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P448 PVX

1997 Yamaha XJR1200

Black Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2013
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

25,651 mi
Last recorded25,651 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2012
Typical for 1997 Yamaha XJR120025,824 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP448 PVX
MakeYamaha
ModelXJR1200
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2012 25,651 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2011 25,640 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 18 Sep 2010 25,329 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2009 24,559 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 22 May 2009 24,412 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 22 May 2009 24,412 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 20 May 2008 22,753 miles
Pass 10 May 2007 21,274 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2006 20,497 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2006 20,497 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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P448 PVX is a 1997 Yamaha XJR1200 in Black with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 P448 PVX, 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.

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What year was P448 PVX registered?

P448 PVX is a 1997 Yamaha XJR1200, first registered on 20 June 1997.

Is P448 PVX safe to buy?

The MOT history for P448 PVX shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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