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R185 CMJ

1998 Yamaha XJR1200

Black Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jun 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

34,739 mi
Last recorded34,739 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2026
Typical for 1998 Yamaha XJR120023,069 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR185 CMJ
MakeYamaha
ModelXJR1200
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2026 34,739 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2025 34,137 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2024 33,558 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2023 32,585 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2022 31,109 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2021 29,801 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2020 29,322 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2019 28,990 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively os/ns (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 5 May 2018 28,831 miles

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

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged perished/split (4.1.2c)

Pass 12 Apr 2017 28,343 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged deteriorated/cracked (4.1.2c)

Fail 12 Apr 2017 28,343 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged deteriorated/cracked (4.1.2c)

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

Pass 11 Apr 2016 28,285 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2015 27,905 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2012 27,729 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2007 27,625 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 27 Jun 2007 27,625 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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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R185 CMJ is a 1998 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 1998 Yamaha XJR1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.4% with a typical mileage of 23,069 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 R185 CMJ, 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 R185 CMJ registered?

R185 CMJ is a 1998 Yamaha XJR1200, first registered on 16 January 1998.

Is R185 CMJ safe to buy?

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