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A6 TAF

1998 Yamaha XJ900

Red Petrol 891cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Oct 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

19,682 mi
Last recorded19,682 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2017
Typical for 1998 Yamaha XJ90031,642 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA6 TAF
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ900
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine891cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2017 19,682 miles

Rear Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 20 Oct 2017 19,680 miles

Floor brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.C1b)

Rear Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Rear Brake hose leaking fluid (3.2.B4) DANGEROUS

Rear Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 25 Oct 2016 18,803 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2016 18,778 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 24 Oct 2015 18,192 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2015 18,192 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 11 Oct 2014 17,604 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.2.B2a)

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

Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

Pass 10 Oct 2013 17,535 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.2.B2a)

Rear Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

Pass 9 Oct 2012 17,389 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2011 16,778 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2010 16,069 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2009 14,829 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 19 Sep 2008 14,291 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 18 Sep 2007 13,883 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 23 Sep 2006 13,297 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha XJ900?

Based on 45,127 MOT tests across 4,133 vehicles.

83.8%
Pass Rate
1,020
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
4,133
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 727
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 569
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 485
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 425
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 242
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A6 TAF is a 1998 Yamaha XJ900 in Red with a 891cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1998 Yamaha XJ900 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.8% with a typical mileage of 31,642 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 XJ900 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 727 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A6 TAF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha XJ900 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 28 years old, this Yamaha XJ900 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was A6 TAF registered?

A6 TAF is a 1998 Yamaha XJ900, first registered on 13 May 1998.

Is A6 TAF safe to buy?

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