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G662 MKW

1990 Yamaha XJ900

Black Petrol 891cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2024
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

46,964 mi
Last recorded46,964 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2023
Typical for 1990 Yamaha XJ90037,929 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG662 MKW
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ900
Year1990
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine891cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2023 46,964 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2023 46,964 miles

Fuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Handlebar deformed to the extent that steering is affected (2.2.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 Mar 2022 46,919 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 4 Mar 2022 46,919 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 11 Mar 2021 45,964 miles
Pass 18 May 2020 43,828 miles
Fail 18 May 2020 43,828 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 Mar 2018 42,254 miles

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

Pass 14 Mar 2017 40,763 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 11 Mar 2016 39,249 miles

Front Tyre perishing and spiting.

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 4 Mar 2015 37,246 miles

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 11 Mar 2014 34,118 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2014 34,118 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 11 Jan 2013 32,349 miles

cut in rear tyre

Pass 19 Jan 2012 31,438 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2012 31,438 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 14 Dec 2010 30,556 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2009 29,362 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2008 27,809 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2007 26,065 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2006 20,774 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2006 16,730 miles

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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G662 MKW is a 1990 Yamaha XJ900 in Black with a 891cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

Across all 1990 Yamaha XJ900 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.8% with a typical mileage of 37,929 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 G662 MKW, 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 36 years old, this Yamaha XJ900 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was G662 MKW registered?

G662 MKW is a 1990 Yamaha XJ900, first registered on 9 April 1990.

Is G662 MKW safe to buy?

The MOT history for G662 MKW shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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