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DX03 BAU

2003 Yamaha XJ900

Red Petrol 892cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Apr 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

20,358 mi
Last recorded20,358 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2016
Typical for 2003 Yamaha XJ90024,528 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX03 BAU
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ900
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine892cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2016 20,358 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2015 19,058 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2014 18,986 miles

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

Pass 10 Jun 2013 18,867 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2013 18,867 miles

Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 21 May 2012 18,664 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2011 18,329 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2011 18,329 miles

Fairings insecure and likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Front wheel has a missing wheel nut(s) (4.2.3a)

Fail 5 Feb 2010 17,396 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 5 Feb 2010 17,396 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2009 16,583 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2007 15,662 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2006 14,734 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2006 11,343 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2006 11,343 miles

Front Brake master cylinder fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d)

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

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.2.B2a)

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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DX03 BAU is a 2003 Yamaha XJ900 in Red with a 892cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2003 Yamaha XJ900 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.1% with a typical mileage of 24,528 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 DX03 BAU, 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 23 years old, this Yamaha XJ900 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was DX03 BAU registered?

DX03 BAU is a 2003 Yamaha XJ900, first registered on 24 March 2003.

Is DX03 BAU safe to buy?

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