Yamaha XJR1200

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 1,188 cc

T490 JBJMOT history

T490 JBJ is a black petrol Yamaha XJR1200 first used on 6 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 23 Apr 2027 and it has passed 12 of 16 MOT tests, with 4,737 km recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 23 Apr 2027
Mileage
4,737 km
At MOT on 24 Apr 2026
MOT tests
16
12 passed · 4 failed
Per year
2,023 km
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T490 JBJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Yamaha
Model
XJR1200
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,188 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
6 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T490 JBJ was last recorded at 4,737 km on 24 Apr 2026, 114 km more than at the previous MOT on 20 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
4,623 km · 20 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
114 km
Average per year
2,023 km

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 4,737 km
  • 2024 – 855 km

What the latest MOT found

Pass4,737 km
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryLittle reserve travel on front brake leverRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Very little reserve travel on front brake

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Lower Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

16 tests since 17 Jul 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass4,737 km (+114)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    4,737 km
    Test number
    528857030372
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryLittle reserve travel on front brake lever

  2. Fail4,623 km2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    4,623 km
    Test number
    876818058230
    • MajorRear reflector defective or damaged by more than 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryLittle reserve travel on front brake lever

  3. Pass1,083 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    1,083 miles
    Test number
    859169030052
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryVery little reserve travel on front brake

  4. Fail855 km2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    855 km
    Test number
    515755087942
    • MajorExhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryVery little reserve travel on front brake

  5. Pass19,945 miles (+21)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    19,945 miles
    Test number
    640368133428
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryLower Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  6. Fail19,924 miles (+1,513)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,924 miles
    Test number
    967304132720
    • MajorSuspension arm pin or bush excessively worn swingarm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryDrive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryLower Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  7. Pass18,411 miles (+1,342)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    18,411 miles
    Test number
    631200283849

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass17,069 miles (+1,728)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    17,069 miles
    Test number
    183555918311

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass15,341 miles (+1,811)
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    15,341 miles
    Test number
    674939100669

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass13,530 miles (+1,723)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    13,530 miles
    Test number
    779414354240

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass11,807 miles (+4,064)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    11,807 miles
    Test number
    487703873292
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
    • NoteThrottle slightly sticky on righthand lock

  12. Pass7,743 miles (+7)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    7,743 miles
    Test number
    458917842266
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
    • NoteThrottle sticking slightly

  13. Pass7,736 miles (+722)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    7,736 miles
    Test number
    315790721205
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

  14. Pass7,014 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    7,014 miles
    Test number
    600236320257

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail7,014 miles (+2,458)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    7,014 miles
    Test number
    661776120275
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

  16. Pass4,556 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    4,556 miles
    Test number
    351068899128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T490 JBJ

Does T490 JBJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T490 JBJ is valid until 23 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on T490 JBJ?
The MOT on T490 JBJ is valid until 23 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T490 JBJ done?
T490 JBJ was recorded at 4,737 km at its MOT on 24 Apr 2026, an average of 2,023 km a year.
Has T490 JBJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T490 JBJ has failed 4 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on T490 JBJ ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on T490 JBJ find?
T490 JBJ passed its latest MOT on 24 Apr 2026 with 2 advisories: front tyre worn close to the legal limit; little reserve travel on front brake lever.

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