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AE51 XBC

2001 Yamaha XJ900

Black Petrol 892cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jul 2022
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

95,691 mi
Last recorded95,691 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2021
Typical for 2001 Yamaha XJ90027,900 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE51 XBC
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ900
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine892cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2021 95,691 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 9 Jul 2021 95,691 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Mar 2020 77,407 miles

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

Pass 19 Feb 2019 64,744 miles

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

Pass 12 Feb 2018 64,577 miles

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

Pass 5 Nov 2016 63,688 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2016 63,688 miles

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Oct 2013 60,272 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2012 8,601 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2011 47,915 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2010 34,955 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2009 26,316 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2008 25,670 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 3 Sep 2008 25,670 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2007 23,034 miles

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

Pass 27 Oct 2006 19,339 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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AE51 XBC is a 2001 Yamaha XJ900 in Black with a 892cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 2001 Yamaha XJ900 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.6% with a typical mileage of 27,900 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 AE51 XBC, 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 25 years old, this Yamaha XJ900 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AE51 XBC registered?

AE51 XBC is a 2001 Yamaha XJ900, first registered on 9 October 2001.

Is AE51 XBC safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE51 XBC shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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