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R231 GNV

1998 Yamaha Xjr

Black Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Aug 2024
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

41,193 mi
Last recorded41,193 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2023
Typical for 1998 Yamaha Xjr24,645 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR231 GNV
MakeYamaha
ModelXjr
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2023 41,193 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake caliper slightly damaged but function not impaired seals (1.1.16 (a) (i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 18 Mar 2022 40,874 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2021 40,788 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2021 40,784 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 2 Jul 2019 40,730 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2018 40,006 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2017 39,804 miles
Pass 13 May 2016 39,170 miles
Pass 12 May 2015 38,009 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2014 36,879 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2013 35,696 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2012 34,428 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

exhaust end can loose

Fail 4 Apr 2012 34,411 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Nearside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Offside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b) DANGEROUS

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

rear exhaust hanger loose

Pass 15 Jul 2010 34,226 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Offside Rear Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Pass 12 May 2009 33,689 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2008 27,524 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2006 23,953 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha Xjr?

Based on 3,590 MOT tests across 437 vehicles.

87.8%
Pass Rate
694
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
437
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 20
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 17
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 17
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 11
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 10
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R231 GNV is a 1998 Yamaha Xjr in Black with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 1998 Yamaha Xjr models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.1% with a typical mileage of 24,645 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha Xjr fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 20 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R231 GNV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Xjr typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 28 years old, this Yamaha Xjr is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R231 GNV registered?

R231 GNV is a 1998 Yamaha Xjr, first registered on 20 March 1998.

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