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R796 WRN

1998 Yamaha Xjr

Blue Petrol 1300cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Apr 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

24,182 mi
Last recorded24,182 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2026
Typical for 1998 Yamaha Xjr24,645 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR796 WRN
MakeYamaha
ModelXjr
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,300cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2026 24,182 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Jun 2022 23,897 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2021 23,812 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2017 29,383 miles
Pass 7 May 2016 29,274 miles
Pass 23 May 2015 29,246 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2014 28,995 miles
Pass 21 May 2013 28,450 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2011 27,010 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 26,534 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2008 25,774 miles
Fail 31 May 2008 25,774 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 23 Apr 2007 25,104 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2006 24,794 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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R796 WRN is a 1998 Yamaha Xjr in Blue with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 1998 Yamaha Xjr models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.1% with a typical mileage of 24,645 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 R796 WRN, 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 28 years old, this Yamaha Xjr is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R796 WRN registered?

R796 WRN is a 1998 Yamaha Xjr, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R796 WRN safe to buy?

The MOT history for R796 WRN shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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