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EO51 FSX

2001 Yamaha XJ900

Black Petrol 892cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Mar 2026
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

75,915 mi
Last recorded75,915 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2025
Typical for 2001 Yamaha XJ90027,900 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEO51 FSX
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ900
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine892cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2025 75,915 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2025 75,896 miles

Front Brake master cylinder leaking (1.1.10 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 Feb 2024 75,646 miles

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement Swing arm linkage bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Sep 2021 75,562 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush Play in linkage (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 18 Sep 2018 75,442 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 18 Sep 2018 75,442 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 15 Mar 2016 74,220 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2016 74,220 miles

Brake locking device insecure front nearside caliper pin loose (3.2.A1e)

Pass 17 Mar 2015 73,449 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2014 71,914 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2011 71,412 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2010 70,769 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2009 69,559 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2008 66,733 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2008 66,733 miles

Rear wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.4.A.2c)

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 14 Jul 2007 54,383 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2006 36,750 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2006 36,750 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

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

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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EO51 FSX is a 2001 Yamaha XJ900 in Black with a 892cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

Across all 2001 Yamaha XJ900 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.6% with a typical mileage of 27,900 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 EO51 FSX, 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 25 years old, this Yamaha XJ900 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was EO51 FSX registered?

EO51 FSX is a 2001 Yamaha XJ900, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is EO51 FSX safe to buy?

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