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P620 FGM

1997 Yamaha XJR1200

Black Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Feb 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

41,923 mi
Last recorded41,923 miles
Recorded on22 Feb 2025
Typical for 1997 Yamaha XJR120025,824 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP620 FGM
MakeYamaha
ModelXJR1200
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc
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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Feb 2025 41,923 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 14 Sep 2023 41,225 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2014 41,223 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Jun 2013 40,124 miles

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

Pass 11 Apr 2012 38,569 miles

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

Pass 21 Apr 2011 37,089 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 21 Apr 2011 37,076 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 12 Apr 2010 31,082 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2009 24,584 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2008 17,381 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2007 12,409 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2006 10,202 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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P620 FGM is a 1997 Yamaha XJR1200 in Black with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 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 P620 FGM, 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 P620 FGM registered?

P620 FGM is a 1997 Yamaha XJR1200, first registered on 1 February 1997.

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The MOT history for P620 FGM shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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