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R68 BAW

1997 Yamaha Xjr

Black Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Oct 2020
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

17,669 mi
Last recorded17,669 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2019
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Xjr31,097 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR68 BAW
MakeYamaha
ModelXjr
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2019 17,669 miles

Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Pass 22 Sep 2012 17,344 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2011 16,634 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2010 14,563 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2006 13,689 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2006 13,689 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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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R68 BAW is a 1997 Yamaha Xjr in Black with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 R68 BAW, 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 R68 BAW registered?

R68 BAW is a 1997 Yamaha Xjr, first registered on 17 September 1997.

Is R68 BAW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R68 BAW shows 6 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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