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C354 HBA

1986 Yamaha Xj

Black Petrol 598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jun 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

21,839 mi
Last recorded21,839 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC354 HBA
MakeYamaha
ModelXj
Year1986
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2026 21,839 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2025 21,761 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2024 21,718 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2023 21,617 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2022 21,474 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2021 21,090 miles
Pass 29 May 2020 20,566 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

headlight (flat beam)

Pass 15 May 2019 19,993 miles
Pass 23 May 2018 19,262 miles

Front tyre cracking on side walls

Front tyre valve (long type)

Pass 17 May 2017 19,090 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2016 19,083 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2014 19,063 miles

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 5 Aug 2014 19,063 miles

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 4 Aug 2013 19,049 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2012 19,028 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha Xj?

Based on 8,530 MOT tests across 1,095 vehicles.

85.4%
Pass Rate
965
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
1,095
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 85
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 64
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 48
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 31
reflector on motorcycle missing 28
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C354 HBA is a 1986 Yamaha Xj in Black with a 598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

The most common reason a Yamaha Xj fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 85 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C354 HBA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Xj typically stays on UK roads for around 44 years. At 40 years old, this Yamaha Xj is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was C354 HBA registered?

C354 HBA is a 1986 Yamaha Xj, first registered on 31 December 1986.

Is C354 HBA safe to buy?

The MOT history for C354 HBA shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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