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R526 JDV

1998 Yamaha XJR1200

Black Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Aug 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

12,481 mi
Last recorded12,481 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2025
Typical for 1998 Yamaha XJR120023,069 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR526 JDV
MakeYamaha
ModelXJR1200
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2025 12,481 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2022 12,134 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2019 10,037 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2013 6,717 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2011 726 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2011 726 miles

Headlamp damaged and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 2 Oct 2010 3,509 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2010 3,509 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 22 Sep 2009 17,390 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2008 9,722 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2007 8,884 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2006 8,573 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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R526 JDV is a 1998 Yamaha XJR1200 in Black with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 R526 JDV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R526 JDV registered?

R526 JDV is a 1998 Yamaha XJR1200, first registered on 22 January 1998.

Is R526 JDV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R526 JDV shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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