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R488 NTT

1998 Yamaha XJR1200

Red Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Apr 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

39,749 mi
Last recorded39,749 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2017
Typical for 1998 Yamaha XJR120023,069 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR488 NTT
MakeYamaha
ModelXJR1200
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2017 39,749 miles

chain worn

front brake lever spongey

slight roughness in fron wheel bearing

Pass 24 Mar 2016 39,111 miles

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

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 20 Aug 2014 39,084 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2013 39,043 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 18 Jul 2013 39,043 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2011 39,003 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2010 38,633 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 17 Apr 2009 38,152 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2008 36,395 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2008 36,395 miles

Front Stop lamp damaged and function impaired (1.3.3a)

Pass 13 Apr 2007 34,980 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2005 33,902 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2005 33,902 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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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R488 NTT is a 1998 Yamaha XJR1200 in Red with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 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 R488 NTT, 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 R488 NTT registered?

R488 NTT is a 1998 Yamaha XJR1200, first registered on 2 July 1998.

Is R488 NTT safe to buy?

The MOT history for R488 NTT shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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