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R486 KDS

1998 Yamaha XJR1200

White Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2026
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

83,374 mi
Last recorded83,374 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2025
Typical for 1998 Yamaha XJR120023,069 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR486 KDS
MakeYamaha
ModelXJR1200
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2025 83,374 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2025 83,366 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 26 Jul 2024 77,338 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2023 76,490 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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R486 KDS is a 1998 Yamaha XJR1200 in White with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R486 KDS, 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 R486 KDS registered?

R486 KDS is a 1998 Yamaha XJR1200, first registered on 31 July 1998.

Is R486 KDS safe to buy?

The MOT history for R486 KDS shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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