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G251 MGJ

1989 Yamaha XJ900

Black Petrol 891cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2026
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

2,847 mi
Last recorded2,847 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2025
Typical for 1989 Yamaha XJ90040,135 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG251 MGJ
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ900
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine891cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2025 2,847 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Sep 2023 21 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 29 Sep 2023 21 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 9 Aug 2022 605 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2021 548 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 10 Jul 2020 472 miles

Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Fail 10 Jul 2020 472 miles

Front Brake fluid significantly below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Jun 2019

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 6 Jun 2019

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 20 Aug 2016

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 22 Aug 2015 495 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2014 1,497 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2014 1,497 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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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G251 MGJ is a 1989 Yamaha XJ900 in Black with a 891cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 G251 MGJ, 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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What year was G251 MGJ registered?

G251 MGJ is a 1989 Yamaha XJ900, first registered on 31 August 1989.

Is G251 MGJ safe to buy?

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