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P173 FPM

1997 Yamaha Xjr

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2016
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

42,167 mi
Last recorded42,167 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2015
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Xjr31,097 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP173 FPM
MakeYamaha
ModelXjr
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc
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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2015 42,167 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2014 39,974 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2014 39,921 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2014 39,921 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 3 Jul 2013 38,275 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2013 37,166 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 6 Jul 2012 36,545 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 6 Jul 2011 34,840 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2011 34,825 miles

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Rear Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Rear Stop lamp affected by the operation of the horn (1.3.2)

front tyre centre and sidewall perishing

head lamp not properly focusing on low beam

nearside front footrest rubber perished

Pass 28 Sep 2009 33,291 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2008 30,986 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2007 28,252 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2006 25,346 miles

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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P173 FPM is a 1997 Yamaha Xjr in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 P173 FPM, 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 P173 FPM registered?

P173 FPM is a 1997 Yamaha Xjr, first registered on 27 March 1997.

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The MOT history for P173 FPM shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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