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G678 JFL

1989 Yamaha Xj

Black Petrol 891cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2009
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

46,896 mi
Last recorded46,896 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2008
Typical for 1989 Yamaha Xj34,056 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG678 JFL
MakeYamaha
ModelXj
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine891cc
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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2008 46,896 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Fail 13 Jun 2008 46,896 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 23 May 2007 44,190 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 24 May 2006 43,536 miles
Fail 19 May 2006 43,536 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

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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G678 JFL is a 1989 Yamaha Xj in Black with a 891cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1989 Yamaha Xj models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.8% with a typical mileage of 34,056 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 G678 JFL, 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 37 years old, this Yamaha Xj is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was G678 JFL registered?

G678 JFL is a 1989 Yamaha Xj, first registered on 2 August 1989.

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