MOT Status
ValidMileage
67,790 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Front Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS
Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
Front Lower Fork yoke modification unsafe (2.2.2 (e))
Offside Front Fork yoke insecure bolt broken off in bottom yoke (2.2.2 (d) (i))
Front Tyre tread not clearly visible (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS
Front Lower Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))
Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)
bolt missing in yoke
Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)
Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)
bolt missing in yoke
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)
Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Rear Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
pass lamp not working
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))
How Reliable is the Yamaha XJR1200?
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R490 EOU is a 1998 Yamaha XJR1200 in Black with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.
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 R490 EOU, 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 R490 EOU registered?
R490 EOU is a 1998 Yamaha XJR1200, first registered on 4 March 1998.
Is R490 EOU safe to buy?
The MOT history for R490 EOU shows 21 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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