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P469 NOJ

1997 Yamaha XJR1200

Maroon Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jun 2027
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

67,579 mi
Last recorded67,579 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2026
Typical for 1997 Yamaha XJR120025,824 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP469 NOJ
MakeYamaha
ModelXJR1200
Year1997
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2026 67,579 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2026 67,561 miles

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

Pass 13 Jun 2025 66,880 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2024 66,062 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2023 65,402 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2019 64,501 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2018 62,775 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2018 62,775 miles

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 14 Aug 2017 62,609 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 2 Nov 2005 61,579 miles

small amount of free play top head race bearing

sweat mark off oil around both rear shock damper rods †

Fail 26 Oct 2005 61,546 miles

Rear Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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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P469 NOJ is a 1997 Yamaha XJR1200 in Maroon with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 P469 NOJ, 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 P469 NOJ registered?

P469 NOJ is a 1997 Yamaha XJR1200, first registered on 7 June 1997.

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