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R354 GSC

1997 Yamaha XJR400

Red Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2026
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

2,403 mi
Last recorded2,403 miles
Recorded on15 May 2025
Typical for 1997 Yamaha XJR40025,466 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR354 GSC
MakeYamaha
ModelXJR400
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc
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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 May 2025 2,403 miles
Fail 15 May 2025 2,403 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Jul 2022 2,272 miles
Pass 13 May 2019 1,855 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Fail 30 Apr 2019 1,855 miles

Front Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Nearside Front Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Pass 10 Mar 2018 1,314 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2018 1,314 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 10 Jan 2017 1,076 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2015 25,518 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Feb 2015 24,664 miles

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

Pass 4 Mar 2014 23,341 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2013 22,363 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2012 21,717 miles

Registration plate delaminated (6.3.1.d)

Pass 13 Mar 2012 21,717 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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R354 GSC is a 1997 Yamaha XJR400 in Red with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 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 R354 GSC, 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 R354 GSC registered?

R354 GSC is a 1997 Yamaha XJR400, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R354 GSC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R354 GSC shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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