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P56 NRK

1997 Yamaha XJR1200

Red Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

6,681 mi
Last recorded6,681 miles
Recorded on12 May 2025
Typical for 1997 Yamaha XJR120025,824 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP56 NRK
MakeYamaha
ModelXJR1200
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 May 2025 6,681 miles
Pass 13 May 2024 6,548 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 13 May 2024 6,548 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 28 Aug 2021 6,421 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2020 6,290 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2019 6,241 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2018 6,028 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2012 5,665 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 26 Sep 2012 5,665 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2011 5,572 miles

rear wheel slightly stiff to rotate,poss slight brake drag.

Pass 13 Aug 2010 5,561 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2009 5,468 miles

rear brake sticking slightly not excessive

Pass 28 Jun 2006 5,402 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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P56 NRK is a 1997 Yamaha XJR1200 in Red with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 P56 NRK, 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 P56 NRK registered?

P56 NRK is a 1997 Yamaha XJR1200, first registered on 25 March 1997.

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The MOT history for P56 NRK shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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