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R647 NAM

1997 Yamaha Xjr

Yellow Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2023
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

29,297 mi
Last recorded29,297 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2022
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Xjr31,097 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR647 NAM
MakeYamaha
ModelXjr
Year1997
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc
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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2022 29,297 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2021 27,059 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Jul 2020 23,312 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2019 22,074 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

Pass 24 Jul 2018 18,693 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2017 16,912 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 28 Jul 2017 16,912 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 3 Aug 2016 14,820 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2016 14,585 miles

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

Fail 1 May 2014 13,813 miles

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

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 1 May 2014 13,813 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Jun 2013 13,277 miles

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

Fail 31 May 2013 13,277 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

Pass 13 Apr 2011 12,529 miles

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

Pass 23 Apr 2010 11,379 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2009 10,568 miles

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

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 15 Apr 2009 10,568 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

How Reliable is the Yamaha Xjr?

Based on 3,590 MOT tests across 437 vehicles.

87.8%
Pass Rate
694
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
437
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 20
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 17
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 17
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 11
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 10
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R647 NAM is a 1997 Yamaha Xjr in Yellow with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 1997 Yamaha Xjr models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.6% with a typical mileage of 31,097 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 Xjr fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 20 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R647 NAM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Xjr typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 29 years old, this Yamaha Xjr is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R647 NAM registered?

R647 NAM is a 1997 Yamaha Xjr, first registered on 1 August 1997.

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