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R49 RMW

2008 Yamaha XJR1200

Black Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2023
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

76,687 mi
Last recorded76,687 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2022
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR49 RMW
MakeYamaha
ModelXJR1200
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc
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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2022 76,687 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 31 Mar 2021 76,001 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 18 Feb 2020 74,072 miles

Noisy Exhaust

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 19 Feb 2019 70,775 miles

Front Slight run out on Disc

Pass 20 Feb 2018 64,924 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2017 61,761 miles

Front Front brake lever is broken but able to use safely.

Pass 22 Feb 2016 56,735 miles

Offside Front Brake disc has surface rust and needs cleaning. Appears to work efficiently.

Seat does not always stay secured. Does not move when sat on.

Pass 5 Mar 2015 54,387 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2015 54,387 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 28 Mar 2014 53,523 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2014 53,523 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Pass 4 Mar 2013 53,303 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2013 53,303 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 17 Feb 2012 49,797 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 24 Feb 2011 44,550 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2010 40,018 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 23 Mar 2009 35,980 miles

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 21 Mar 2009 35,974 miles

Front Brake component has restricted free movement and operation is likely to be impeded (3.2.A1h)

Front Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 10 Apr 2008 30,680 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2008 30,680 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Fail 28 Mar 2008 30,288 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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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R49 RMW is a 2008 Yamaha XJR1200 in Black with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 R49 RMW, 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 18 years old, this Yamaha XJR1200 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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R49 RMW is a 2008 Yamaha XJR1200, first registered on 1 April 2008.

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