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K156 URT

1998 Yamaha XJR400

Red Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2019
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

19,745 mi
Last recorded19,745 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2018
Typical for 1998 Yamaha XJR40026,055 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK156 URT
MakeYamaha
ModelXJR400
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc
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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2018 19,745 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2017 19,438 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2016 19,080 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2016 19,080 miles

Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.1a)

Pass 15 Apr 2014 18,199 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2014 18,199 miles

Clutch lever shortened so it cannot be readily operated. (6.2.1g)

Pass 13 Apr 2013 17,417 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2011 16,480 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2009 15,817 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2007 15,192 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2006 14,839 miles

Offside Plate brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.B1d)

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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K156 URT is a 1998 Yamaha XJR400 in Red with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 K156 URT, 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 K156 URT registered?

K156 URT is a 1998 Yamaha XJR400, first registered on 1 January 1998.

Is K156 URT safe to buy?

The MOT history for K156 URT shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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