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R140 PCF

1998 Yamaha XJR1200

Red Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Feb 2016
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

20,805 mi
Last recorded20,805 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2015
Typical for 1998 Yamaha XJR120023,069 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR140 PCF
MakeYamaha
ModelXJR1200
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2015 20,805 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2011 19,121 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2008 17,143 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2007 14,054 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2007 14,054 miles

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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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R140 PCF is a 1998 Yamaha XJR1200 in Red with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1998 Yamaha XJR1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.4% with a typical mileage of 23,069 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R140 PCF, 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 28 years old, this Yamaha XJR1200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R140 PCF registered?

R140 PCF is a 1998 Yamaha XJR1200, first registered on 16 April 1998.

Is R140 PCF safe to buy?

The MOT history for R140 PCF shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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