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R553 CVR

1998 Yamaha XJR1200

Blue Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2019
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

26,622 mi
Last recorded26,622 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2018
Typical for 1998 Yamaha XJR120023,069 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR553 CVR
MakeYamaha
ModelXJR1200
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2018 26,622 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Jun 2017 26,407 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2016 25,842 miles

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

Pass 29 Jun 2015 25,635 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2014 25,406 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2013 25,087 miles
Pass 17 May 2012 24,708 miles
Pass 11 May 2011 23,921 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2010 23,911 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2010

Rear Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Pass 5 Jun 2009 23,732 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2008 22,491 miles
Pass 21 May 2007 21,428 miles
Pass 19 May 2006 20,523 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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R553 CVR is a 1998 Yamaha XJR1200 in Blue with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 R553 CVR, 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 R553 CVR registered?

R553 CVR is a 1998 Yamaha XJR1200, first registered on 24 March 1998.

Is R553 CVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for R553 CVR shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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