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R226 GNK

1998 Yamaha XJR1200

Blue Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 May 2015
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

52,664 mi
Last recorded52,664 miles
Recorded on3 May 2014
Typical for 1998 Yamaha XJR120023,069 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR226 GNK
MakeYamaha
ModelXJR1200
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 May 2014 52,664 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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

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

Pass 11 May 2013 52,246 miles

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

Pass 4 May 2012 51,959 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 15 Jan 2011 51,189 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 13 Nov 2009 50,595 miles
Pass 3 May 2008 45,807 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Pass 2 Nov 2006 40,817 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2005 33,886 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2005 33,886 miles

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii)) DANGEROUS

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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R226 GNK is a 1998 Yamaha XJR1200 in Blue with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 R226 GNK, 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 R226 GNK registered?

R226 GNK is a 1998 Yamaha XJR1200, first registered on 13 April 1998.

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The MOT history for R226 GNK shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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