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G148 DWK

1990 Yamaha Xj

White Petrol 598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Oct 2022
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

32,364 mi
Last recorded32,364 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2021
Typical for 1990 Yamaha Xj34,697 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG148 DWK
MakeYamaha
ModelXj
Year1990
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2021 32,364 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Front suspension movement has limited travel

Fail 11 Oct 2021 32,348 miles

Floor brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

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

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid not visible (1.1.10 (d) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Front oil on tyre

Pass 3 Aug 2020 32,262 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both fork seals (5.3.2 (b))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

rear tyre perishing

Pass 6 Jun 2013 31,646 miles
Pass 17 May 2012 31,263 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2010 28,931 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2010 28,923 miles

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

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Steering movement excessively stiff with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

How Reliable is the Yamaha Xj?

Based on 8,530 MOT tests across 1,095 vehicles.

85.4%
Pass Rate
965
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
1,095
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 85
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 64
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 48
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 31
reflector on motorcycle missing 28
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G148 DWK is a 1990 Yamaha Xj in White with a 598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1990 Yamaha Xj models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.0% with a typical mileage of 34,697 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 Xj fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 85 recorded failures. If you're considering buying G148 DWK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Xj typically stays on UK roads for around 44 years. At 36 years old, this Yamaha Xj is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was G148 DWK registered?

G148 DWK is a 1990 Yamaha Xj, first registered on 15 June 1990.

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