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R990 WRJ

1997 Yamaha XJR1200

Red Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Apr 2025
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

19,858 mi
Last recorded19,858 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2024
Typical for 1997 Yamaha XJR120025,824 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR990 WRJ
MakeYamaha
ModelXJR1200
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc
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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2024 19,858 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2023 15,034 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2022 14,702 miles

Rear reflector obviously incorrectly positioned (4.8.2 (a) (i))

Fail 8 Jun 2022 14,702 miles

Rear Direction indicator obviously incorrectly positioned (4.4.3 (a))

Rear reflector obviously incorrectly positioned (4.8.2 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Apr 2021 13,819 miles

tape on headlamp

Fail 24 Apr 2021 13,818 miles

Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen Beam image kick up on the incorrect side (4.1.2 (a))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements Minimum border requirements not met (0.1 (d))

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.4 (a))

Pass 21 Jun 2019 13,433 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2018 12,997 miles

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement swing arm slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 24 May 2012 12,901 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2011 12,712 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2009 11,902 miles

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

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 13 Apr 2007 11,865 miles

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

Fail 13 Apr 2007 11,865 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

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

Pass 23 Jan 2006 11,700 miles

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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R990 WRJ is a 1997 Yamaha XJR1200 in Red with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 1997 Yamaha XJR1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.8% with a typical mileage of 25,824 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 R990 WRJ, 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 29 years old, this Yamaha XJR1200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R990 WRJ registered?

R990 WRJ is a 1997 Yamaha XJR1200, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R990 WRJ safe to buy?

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