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R780 NRU

1998 Yamaha XJR400

Black Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Apr 2012
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

13,619 mi
Last recorded13,619 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2011
Typical for 1998 Yamaha XJR40026,055 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR780 NRU
MakeYamaha
ModelXJR400
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc
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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 1 Apr 2011 13,619 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2010 13,562 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2009 13,159 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2008 12,188 miles

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

Pass 13 Mar 2007 11,562 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2006 10,907 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha XJR400?

Based on 1,128 MOT tests across 125 vehicles.

80.3%
Pass Rate
739
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
125
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 18
reflector on motorcycle missing 16
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 14
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 11
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 10
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R780 NRU is a 1998 Yamaha XJR400 in Black with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1998 Yamaha XJR400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.9% with a typical mileage of 26,055 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha XJR400 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 18 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R780 NRU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha XJR400 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 28 years old, this Yamaha XJR400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R780 NRU registered?

R780 NRU is a 1998 Yamaha XJR400, first registered on 19 March 1998.

Is R780 NRU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R780 NRU shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R780 NRU have outstanding finance?

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