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P687 HAV

1997 Yamaha XJR1200

Black Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Dec 2020
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

42,336 mi
Last recorded42,336 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2019
Typical for 1997 Yamaha XJR120025,824 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP687 HAV
MakeYamaha
ModelXJR1200
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2019 42,336 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2018 42,332 miles
Pass 3 May 2017 42,219 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2016 42,187 miles

Front tyre slightly cracking

Pass 13 Apr 2015 41,629 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2014 41,589 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2013 41,247 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2012 41,107 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2011 41,037 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2010 40,984 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 7 Mar 2009 40,558 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2008 39,997 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2008 39,997 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 24 Mar 2007 38,677 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2006 37,967 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2006 37,967 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

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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P687 HAV is a 1997 Yamaha XJR1200 in Black with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 P687 HAV, 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 P687 HAV registered?

P687 HAV is a 1997 Yamaha XJR1200, first registered on 17 January 1997.

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The MOT history for P687 HAV shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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