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C28 DWL

1985 Yamaha XJ900

Black Petrol 891cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Oct 2017
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

339 mi
Last recorded339 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2016
Typical for 1985 Yamaha XJ90028,154 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC28 DWL
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ900
Year1985
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine891cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Oct 2016 339 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

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

Fail 18 Oct 2016 339 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 15 Oct 2015 4,096 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 10 Oct 2015 4,096 miles

Offside Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 12 Oct 2013 1,581 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 3 Jun 2011 804 miles
Pass 21 May 2010 15,533 miles

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

Fail 21 May 2010 15,553 miles

Registration plate non-relective border too close to the characters (6.3.4h)

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 22 Aug 2008 2,406 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Dec 2006 1,961 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Dec 2005 658 miles

slight binding of front brake

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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C28 DWL is a 1985 Yamaha XJ900 in Black with a 891cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1985 Yamaha XJ900 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.9% with a typical mileage of 28,154 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 C28 DWL, 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 41 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 C28 DWL registered?

C28 DWL is a 1985 Yamaha XJ900, first registered on 31 October 1985.

Is C28 DWL safe to buy?

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