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R224 PVN

1998 Yamaha XJR1200

Black Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Apr 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

31 mi
Last recorded31 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2026
Typical for 1998 Yamaha XJR120023,069 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR224 PVN
MakeYamaha
ModelXJR1200
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2026 31 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2025 879 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2023 868 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2022 306 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2020 5 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2015 45,744 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 1 Aug 2014 42,652 miles

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

Pass 4 Jun 2013 41,657 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2012 41,622 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2010 41,041 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2008 39,801 miles

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

Fail 15 Feb 2008 39,801 miles

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Pass 15 Feb 2007 33,569 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2006 27,589 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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R224 PVN is a 1998 Yamaha XJR1200 in Black with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 R224 PVN, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R224 PVN registered?

R224 PVN is a 1998 Yamaha XJR1200, first registered on 31 December 1998.

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The MOT history for R224 PVN shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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