MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
41,193 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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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))
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))
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
exhaust end can loose
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
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Offside Rear Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)
How Reliable is the Yamaha Xjr?
Based on 3,590 MOT tests across 437 vehicles.
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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.
Is R231 GNV safe to buy?
The MOT history for R231 GNV shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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