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R215 DKX

1997 Yamaha XJR400

Black Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2023
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

2,874 mi
Last recorded2,874 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2022
Typical for 1997 Yamaha XJR40025,466 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR215 DKX
MakeYamaha
ModelXJR400
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc
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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2022 2,874 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2021 517 miles
Pass 21 May 2019 38,386 miles
Pass 25 May 2018 36,860 miles
Fail 16 May 2018 36,860 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 28 Jan 2015 35,643 miles

rear tyre close legal

slightly loose hangrips

Pass 17 Aug 2013 35,206 miles

Offside Rear position lamp obscured but not more than 50% (1.1.1d)

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

handgrips deteriorated

Pass 18 May 2012 34,385 miles

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

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

Pass 23 May 2011 33,270 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

reg plate slightly deteriorated

Fail 16 May 2011 33,270 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

reg plate slightly deteriorated

Pass 12 Jun 2010 32,129 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2009 31,259 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2009 31,259 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 10 Aug 2007 30,518 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2006 29,262 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

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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R215 DKX is a 1997 Yamaha XJR400 in Black with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1997 Yamaha XJR400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.5% with a typical mileage of 25,466 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 R215 DKX, 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 29 years old, this Yamaha XJR400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R215 DKX registered?

R215 DKX is a 1997 Yamaha XJR400, first registered on 14 August 1997.

Is R215 DKX safe to buy?

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