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R952 DBA

1998 Yamaha Xjr

Yellow Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Mar 2025
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

32,638 mi
Last recorded32,638 miles
Recorded on22 Mar 2024
Typical for 1998 Yamaha Xjr24,645 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR952 DBA
MakeYamaha
ModelXjr
Year1998
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Mar 2024 32,638 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2022 30,333 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2021 29,063 miles

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

Pass 23 May 2020 28,826 miles

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

Headlamp mask fitted.

Fail 23 May 2020 28,826 miles

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

Headlamp mask fitted.

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Mar 2019 27,434 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 21 Jun 2017 24,118 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2015 23,328 miles

Drive chain slightly loose loose needs adjustment (6.2.1d)

Fail 29 Oct 2015 23,328 miles

Drive chain slightly loose loose needs adjustment (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside beam corrector fitted (1.6)

Headlamp aim too low dip & main beam (1.6)

Pass 10 May 2014 20,737 miles

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

Pass 11 May 2013 20,413 miles
Pass 12 May 2012 20,022 miles
Pass 21 May 2011 19,413 miles

ADVISE PATTERN ON HEAD LIGHT

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

Pass 11 May 2010 18,521 miles
Pass 19 May 2009 17,575 miles
Fail 19 May 2009 17,575 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 17 May 2008 16,770 miles
Pass 19 May 2007 16,248 miles
Fail 19 May 2007 16,248 miles

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 2 Jun 2006 15,097 miles

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

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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R952 DBA is a 1998 Yamaha Xjr in Yellow with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R952 DBA, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R952 DBA registered?

R952 DBA is a 1998 Yamaha Xjr, first registered on 1 January 1998.

Is R952 DBA safe to buy?

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