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S912 CHU

1998 Yamaha XJR400

Red Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Apr 2018
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

48,761 mi
Last recorded48,761 miles
Recorded on22 Mar 2017
Typical for 1998 Yamaha XJR40026,055 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS912 CHU
MakeYamaha
ModelXJR400
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Mar 2017 48,761 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 17 Mar 2017 48,725 miles

Headlamp aim not tested (1.6)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Rear Tyre has ply or cord exposed (4.1.2a(iii)

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 1 Apr 2016 45,054 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2016 45,042 miles

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

Pass 2 Apr 2015 40,777 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 9 Apr 2014 37,610 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2013 35,341 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Mar 2012 31,862 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2011 30,200 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 16 Apr 2011 30,200 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 7 Aug 2007 29,325 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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S912 CHU is a 1998 Yamaha XJR400 in Red with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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

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 S912 CHU, 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.

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What year was S912 CHU registered?

S912 CHU is a 1998 Yamaha XJR400, first registered on 27 August 1998.

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