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R859 TKR

2002 Yamaha XJR1200

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jan 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

35,015 mi
Last recorded35,015 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2025
Typical for 2002 Yamaha XJR120025,373 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR859 TKR
MakeYamaha
ModelXJR1200
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Jan 2025 35,015 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 17 Apr 2023 34,753 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2022 34,125 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2021 32,379 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Aug 2020 30,162 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2019 28,732 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2018 26,686 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2017 24,385 miles

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

Pass 29 Jul 2016 21,609 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2016 21,596 miles

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

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Pass 17 Aug 2015 72,958 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 17 Aug 2015 72,958 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.3.1b)

Pass 6 May 2014 68,432 miles
Pass 7 May 2013 67,544 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2012 65,830 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 17 Feb 2011 65,037 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2010 64,529 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2008
Pass 8 Oct 2007 62,164 miles
Pass 13 May 2006 62,156 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2006 62,158 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Nearside Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

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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R859 TKR is a 2002 Yamaha XJR1200 in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2002 Yamaha XJR1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.1% with a typical mileage of 25,373 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 R859 TKR, 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 24 years old, this Yamaha XJR1200 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R859 TKR registered?

R859 TKR is a 2002 Yamaha XJR1200, first registered on 12 February 2002.

Is R859 TKR safe to buy?

The MOT history for R859 TKR shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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