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R91 DKX

1997 Yamaha Xjr

Black Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jun 2025
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

Typical for 1997 Yamaha Xjr31,097 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR91 DKX
MakeYamaha
ModelXjr
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2024

Indicator tell tale missing (4.9.1 (a) (i))

main beam tell tale missing

Fail 21 Jun 2024

Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Indicator tell tale missing (4.9.1 (a) (i))

main beam tell tale missing

Pass 25 Oct 2022

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 5 May 2021
Pass 20 May 2020

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 7 May 2019

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

Pass 5 May 2018

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

Pass 22 Apr 2017

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Fail 22 Apr 2017

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 16 Mar 2016

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 16 Mar 2016

Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 2 Jun 2015

Nearside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 23 May 2014
Pass 10 May 2013
Pass 30 May 2012
Fail 25 May 2012

Front Headlamp dipped beam affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.2c)

Rear Rear position lamp insecure (1.1.1c)

Rear Registration plate obscured (6.3.1d)

Rear Stop lamp insecure (1.3.3b)

Pass 10 May 2011
Pass 8 Oct 2009

Non-standard headlights fitted. Dip beam not flat top beam pattern

Pass 25 Oct 2008

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

Pass 3 Jul 2007
Fail 26 May 2007

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Nearside Front Direction indicator missing (1.5.1a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator missing (1.5.1a)

Offside Front Direction indicator missing (1.5.1a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator missing (1.5.1a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Steering movement slightly rough. (2.2.1a)

Pass 15 May 2006

no lights fitted at time of test

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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R91 DKX is a 1997 Yamaha Xjr in Black with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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

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 R91 DKX, 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 R91 DKX registered?

R91 DKX is a 1997 Yamaha Xjr, first registered on 1 August 1997.

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