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R65 SLU

1997 Yamaha XJR1200

Black Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 May 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

10,555 mi
Last recorded10,555 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Yamaha XJR120025,824 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR65 SLU
MakeYamaha
ModelXJR1200
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc
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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2026 10,555 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 2 May 2025 9,648 miles
Pass 9 May 2024 9,130 miles
Pass 2 May 2023 8,612 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2021 8,336 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2019 7,900 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2019 7,900 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a))

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Jun 2018 7,231 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Jul 2017 6,739 miles

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

Pass 1 Jun 2013 6,056 miles
Pass 26 May 2012 5,620 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2011 4,476 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2009 4,462 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2007 4,460 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2006 4,369 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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R65 SLU is a 1997 Yamaha XJR1200 in Black with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 1997 Yamaha XJR1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.8% with a typical mileage of 25,824 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 R65 SLU, 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 29 years old, this Yamaha XJR1200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R65 SLU registered?

R65 SLU is a 1997 Yamaha XJR1200, first registered on 11 August 1997.

Is R65 SLU safe to buy?

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