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G118 LWF

1989 Yamaha XJ900

White Petrol 891cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jul 2016
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

59,375 mi
Last recorded59,375 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2015
Typical for 1989 Yamaha XJ90040,135 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG118 LWF
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ900
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine891cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2015 59,375 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2014 56,200 miles

front brake slightly dragging

Fail 27 Mar 2013 54,395 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 27 Mar 2013 54,395 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2012 49,375 miles

lh switch gear loose

Pass 1 Apr 2011 46,120 miles

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

Fail 1 Apr 2011 46,120 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Pass 25 Aug 2009 44,555 miles

Front Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)

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

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 29 Jul 2008 40,826 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2007 38,460 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2006 38,432 miles

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(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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G118 LWF is a 1989 Yamaha XJ900 in White with a 891cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1989 Yamaha XJ900 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.5% with a typical mileage of 40,135 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 G118 LWF, 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 37 years old, this Yamaha XJ900 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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G118 LWF is a 1989 Yamaha XJ900, first registered on 27 October 1989.

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