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BU51 JXJ

2001 Yamaha XJ900

Red Petrol 892cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Dec 2026
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

22,837 mi
Last recorded22,837 miles
Recorded on30 Dec 2025
Typical for 2001 Yamaha XJ90027,900 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU51 JXJ
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ900
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine892cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Dec 2025 22,837 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Pass 20 Feb 2025 22,727 miles

Rear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 15 Feb 2024 22,697 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2024 22,697 miles

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

Pass 16 Feb 2023 22,080 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 17 Feb 2022 21,763 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2021 21,563 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2020 21,323 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2019 21,120 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2018 20,863 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2017 20,761 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2017 20,761 miles

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

Pass 23 Feb 2016 19,547 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 23 Feb 2016 19,547 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 12 Feb 2015 19,105 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 17 Feb 2014 18,399 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Roller brake test indicates brake effort fall disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

centre stand cracked around spring mount [needs welding]

Pass 17 Feb 2014 18,399 miles

centre stand cracked around spring mount [needs welding]

Pass 2 Feb 2013 17,796 miles

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

Pass 7 Feb 2012 17,556 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2011 17,020 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2010 16,545 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2009 15,021 miles

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

Pass 15 Feb 2008 13,997 miles

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

Pass 21 Sep 2007 13,968 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2006 13,098 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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BU51 JXJ is a 2001 Yamaha XJ900 in Red with a 892cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

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 BU51 JXJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BU51 JXJ registered?

BU51 JXJ is a 2001 Yamaha XJ900, first registered on 26 September 2001.

Is BU51 JXJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU51 JXJ shows 25 tests with a 84% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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