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P479 JKR

1997 Yamaha Xj

Green Petrol 892cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Mar 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

66,785 mi
Last recorded66,785 miles
Recorded on1 Mar 2007
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Xj21,402 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP479 JKR
MakeYamaha
ModelXj
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine892cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Fail 1 Mar 2007 66,785 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Pass 1 Mar 2007 66,785 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2006 60,183 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha Xj?

Based on 8,530 MOT tests across 1,095 vehicles.

85.4%
Pass Rate
965
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
1,095
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 85
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 64
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 48
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 31
reflector on motorcycle missing 28
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P479 JKR is a 1997 Yamaha Xj in Green with a 892cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1997 Yamaha Xj models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.5% with a typical mileage of 21,402 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 Xj fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 85 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P479 JKR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Xj typically stays on UK roads for around 44 years. At 29 years old, this Yamaha Xj is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was P479 JKR registered?

P479 JKR is a 1997 Yamaha Xj, first registered on 21 February 1997.

Is P479 JKR safe to buy?

The MOT history for P479 JKR shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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