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R622 MJT

1997 Yamaha XJR1200

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2019
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

36,688 mi
Last recorded36,688 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2018
Typical for 1997 Yamaha XJR120025,824 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR622 MJT
MakeYamaha
ModelXJR1200
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc
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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2018 36,688 miles

Exhaust noisy

Slight damage clutch lever

Pass 3 Apr 2015 35,035 miles

Offside Rear Lower Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 28 Mar 2015 34,998 miles

Nearside Front Upper Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Lower Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 16 Apr 2014 32,992 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear reflector on motorcycle incorrectly positioned (1.4.2d)

Pass 16 Apr 2014 32,992 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2013 31,955 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2013 31,955 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 22 Jul 2011 28,426 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2011 28,388 miles

Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 17 Jul 2010 27,920 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 25 Jul 2009 26,964 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2008 26,442 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2008 26,442 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 12 May 2007 24,940 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 4 May 2006 23,284 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha XJR1200?

Based on 10,866 MOT tests across 886 vehicles.

83.1%
Pass Rate
736
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
886
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 142
reflector on motorcycle missing 85
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 80
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 77
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 77
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R622 MJT is a 1997 Yamaha XJR1200 in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1997 Yamaha XJR1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.8% with a typical mileage of 25,824 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 XJR1200 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 142 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R622 MJT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha XJR1200 typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 29 years old, this Yamaha XJR1200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R622 MJT registered?

R622 MJT is a 1997 Yamaha XJR1200, first registered on 10 October 1997.

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The MOT history for R622 MJT shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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