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DX03 BNZ

2003 Yamaha Xj 900 S

Red Petrol 892cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Oct 2026
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

14,915 mi
Last recorded14,915 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 Yamaha Xj 900 S14,489 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX03 BNZ
MakeYamaha
ModelXj 900 S
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine892cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2025 14,915 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2025 14,915 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 Jun 2024 12,358 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2024 12,358 miles

Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 29 Jun 2023 8,243 miles
Pass 31 May 2022 5,628 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2021 5,623 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2019 5,017 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2018 4,246 miles
Pass 19 May 2017 3,733 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2016 3,306 miles
Pass 12 May 2015 2,228 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2014 2,200 miles

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Fail 8 Jun 2013 2,053 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Pass 8 Jun 2013 2,053 miles

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Pass 20 Jun 2011 1,913 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2009 1,819 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 13 Jul 2009 1,819 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2007 1,758 miles
Pass 12 May 2006 1,522 miles

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

How Reliable is the Yamaha Xj 900 S?

Based on 1,099 MOT tests across 170 vehicles.

85.4%
Pass Rate
1,037
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
170
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 14
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 12
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 11
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 11
Headlamp aim too high 7
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DX03 BNZ is a 2003 Yamaha Xj 900 S in Red with a 892cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2003 Yamaha Xj 900 S models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.6% with a typical mileage of 14,489 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 Xj 900 S fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 14 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DX03 BNZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Xj 900 S typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 23 years old, this Yamaha Xj 900 S is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DX03 BNZ registered?

DX03 BNZ is a 2003 Yamaha Xj 900 S, first registered on 8 March 2003.

Is DX03 BNZ safe to buy?

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