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A86 VVV

1984 Yamaha XJ900

Black Petrol 853cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2008
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

50,942 mi
Last recorded50,942 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2007
Typical for 1984 Yamaha XJ90043,606 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA86 VVV
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ900
Year1984
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine853cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2007 50,942 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

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

headlamp has poor beam pattern

no indicators fitted

rear number plate angled upwards

slight drag at front brakes

Fail 20 Jun 2007 50,942 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.1a)

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

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k) DANGEROUS

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

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

front forks have limited reserve travel

head lamp has poor beam pattern

no indicators fitted

rear number plate angled upwards

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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A86 VVV is a 1984 Yamaha XJ900 in Black with a 853cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1984 Yamaha XJ900 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.8% with a typical mileage of 43,606 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 A86 VVV, 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 42 years old, this Yamaha XJ900 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A86 VVV registered?

A86 VVV is a 1984 Yamaha XJ900, first registered on 9 April 1984.

Is A86 VVV safe to buy?

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