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F118 MLU

1988 Yamaha XJ900

Black Petrol 900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Apr 2025
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

12,515 mi
Last recorded12,515 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2024
Typical for 1988 Yamaha XJ90038,830 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF118 MLU
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ900
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine900cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2024 12,515 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2009 12,324 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2009 12,324 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Steering control handlebar movement restricted by taut cables (2.1.2c)

Pass 11 May 2007 11,577 miles

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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F118 MLU is a 1988 Yamaha XJ900 in Black with a 900cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1988 Yamaha XJ900 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.1% with a typical mileage of 38,830 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 F118 MLU, 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 38 years old, this Yamaha XJ900 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was F118 MLU registered?

F118 MLU is a 1988 Yamaha XJ900, first registered on 16 August 1988.

Is F118 MLU safe to buy?

The MOT history for F118 MLU shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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