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C711 YWY

1985 Yamaha XJ900

Grey Petrol 891cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2019
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

32,341 mi
Last recorded32,341 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2018
Typical for 1985 Yamaha XJ90028,154 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC711 YWY
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ900
Year1985
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine891cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2018 32,341 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2017 31,125 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2016 30,004 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2015 28,760 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2014 27,898 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2012 27,791 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2011 26,449 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2010 25,110 miles

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

Fail 26 Jun 2010 25,110 miles

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

Rear Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Pass 30 May 2009 23,397 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

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

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

Fail 30 May 2009 23,397 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

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

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

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

Pass 19 Apr 2008 22,380 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Pass 10 Oct 2006 19,424 miles

Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Nearside Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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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C711 YWY is a 1985 Yamaha XJ900 in Grey with a 891cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 C711 YWY, 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.

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What year was C711 YWY registered?

C711 YWY is a 1985 Yamaha XJ900, first registered on 1 August 1985.

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