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R796 CVG

1998 Yamaha XJR1200

Black Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 May 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

28,124 mi
Last recorded28,124 miles
Recorded on19 May 2026
Typical for 1998 Yamaha XJR120023,069 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR796 CVG
MakeYamaha
ModelXJR1200
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 May 2026 28,124 miles
Pass 27 May 2025 27,873 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2024 27,615 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2023 27,185 miles

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

Pass 17 Mar 2022 25,751 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2021 25,262 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2019 24,287 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2018 23,578 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2012 22,521 miles

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

Pass 6 Aug 2011 21,510 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

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

Pass 7 Aug 2010 17,996 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2010 17,996 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 20 Jun 2009 17,148 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2008 16,962 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2008 16,962 miles

Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.6)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 8 Jun 2007 16,731 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2007 16,731 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) has excessive run out (3.2.A1m)

Pass 3 Jun 2006 16,243 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

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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R796 CVG is a 1998 Yamaha XJR1200 in Black with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R796 CVG, 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 R796 CVG registered?

R796 CVG is a 1998 Yamaha XJR1200, first registered on 18 March 1998.

Is R796 CVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for R796 CVG shows 18 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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