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EEL 641Y

1983 Yamaha XJ900

Black Petrol 899cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Apr 2024
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

49,648 mi
Last recorded49,648 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2023
Typical for 1983 Yamaha XJ90044,597 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEEL 641Y
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ900
Year1983
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine899cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2023 49,648 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2022 49,643 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Motorcycle structure is modified but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Pass 20 Jul 2019 49,640 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2018 49,461 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 30 Jun 2017 49,183 miles

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

Pass 30 Jun 2016 48,310 miles

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

Pass 27 Jun 2015 41,741 miles

slight cracking in front tyre

Pass 23 Feb 2013 41,735 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2013 41,735 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)

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

Rear Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)

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

Pass 2 Aug 2011 40,238 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2010 36,979 miles

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Pass 5 Aug 2010 36,979 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2008 36,327 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2008 36,327 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Pass 16 Oct 2007 35,479 miles

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

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

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

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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EEL 641Y is a 1983 Yamaha XJ900 in Black with a 899cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1983 Yamaha XJ900 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.0% with a typical mileage of 44,597 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 EEL 641Y, 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 43 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 EEL 641Y registered?

EEL 641Y is a 1983 Yamaha XJ900, first registered on 31 May 1983.

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