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P53 UGK

1997 Yamaha XJR1200

Black Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 May 2025
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

53,688 mi
Last recorded53,688 miles
Recorded on7 May 2024
Typical for 1997 Yamaha XJR120025,824 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP53 UGK
MakeYamaha
ModelXJR1200
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 May 2024 53,688 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2022 53,516 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2022 52,998 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2021 52,002 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2020 51,590 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2019 51,158 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp obviously incorrectly positioned Bulb fitted incorrectly. (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Aug 2016 51,151 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2015 49,075 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2014 44,145 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

Pass 12 Jul 2012 42,142 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2012 42,142 miles

Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Pass 21 Jun 2011 41,291 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2010 40,555 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2009 39,823 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2008 37,063 miles
Pass 11 May 2007 34,269 miles
Pass 5 May 2006 32,475 miles
Fail 5 May 2006 32,475 miles

Front Stop lamp damaged and function impaired (1.3.3a)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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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P53 UGK is a 1997 Yamaha XJR1200 in Black with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 P53 UGK, 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 P53 UGK registered?

P53 UGK is a 1997 Yamaha XJR1200, first registered on 4 March 1997.

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The MOT history for P53 UGK shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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