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F596 KBM

1988 Yamaha XJ900

Grey Petrol 891cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Feb 2022
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

Typical for 1988 Yamaha XJ90038,830 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF596 KBM
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ900
Year1988
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine891cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 5 Feb 2021

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

Fail 5 Feb 2021

Front Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Wheel more than one fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Wheel more than one fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Fail 4 Feb 2021

Front Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Wheel more than one fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Wheel more than one fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Fail 17 Dec 2020

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

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Stop lamp switch with a delay in operation (4.3.2 (a) (ii))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Mar 2014 78,758 miles

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

Pass 27 Feb 2013 77,360 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Pass 5 Mar 2012 76,135 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Nearside Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Offside Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

rear tyre showing cracks within tread pattern

Pass 8 Mar 2011 73,746 miles

front tyre slightly misshaped

oil cooler pipes corroded

Fail 19 Mar 2010 72,308 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Lower Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

Pass 19 Mar 2010 72,308 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Lower Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 27 Mar 2009 70,903 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Fail 27 Mar 2009 70,902 miles

Nearside Front Brake caliper(s) insecure (3.2.A1j)

Nearside Front Roller brake test indicates a severely grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Offside Front Brake caliper(s) insecure (3.2.A1j)

Offside Front Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Pass 13 Feb 2008 69,064 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2006 66,211 miles

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Pass 9 Oct 2006 66,211 miles

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

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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F596 KBM is a 1988 Yamaha XJ900 in Grey with a 891cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 F596 KBM, 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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F596 KBM is a 1988 Yamaha XJ900, first registered on 7 October 1988.

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