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P770 MRV

1997 Yamaha XJR1200

Black Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2024
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

45,290 mi
Last recorded45,290 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2023
Typical for 1997 Yamaha XJR120025,824 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP770 MRV
MakeYamaha
ModelXJR1200
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2023 45,290 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 7 Jun 2022 43,558 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2021 42,629 miles

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

Pass 4 Sep 2018 41,382 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2017 40,615 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2016 40,583 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2015 39,752 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2014 39,172 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2013 38,134 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

very slight binding from front brakes

Fail 5 Jun 2013 38,134 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

very slight binding from front brakes

Pass 23 Apr 2012 37,792 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2011 36,151 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2010 34,496 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2009 26,279 miles

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

Pass 15 Mar 2008 23,450 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 16 Mar 2007 21,108 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 24 Mar 2006 19,190 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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P770 MRV is a 1997 Yamaha XJR1200 in Black with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 P770 MRV, 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 P770 MRV registered?

P770 MRV is a 1997 Yamaha XJR1200, first registered on 1 April 1997.

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