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G850 HHB

1990 Yamaha XJ900

Black Petrol 891cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 May 2017
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

2,628 mi
Last recorded2,628 miles
Recorded on7 May 2016
Typical for 1990 Yamaha XJ90037,929 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG850 HHB
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ900
Year1990
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine891cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 May 2016 2,628 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2014 2,288 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2013 1,388 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2013 1,388 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Fail 21 May 2011 699 miles

Front position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Pass 21 May 2011 699 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2009 5 miles

Battery insecure

Motorcycle structure has been slightly modified (6.1.1b)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

No lights fitted at time of test

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 5 Oct 2009 2 miles

Front Direction indicator missing (1.5.1a)

Headlamp dipped beam affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.2c)

Rear Direction indicator missing (1.5.1a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Battery insecure

Motorcycle structure has been slightly modified (6.1.1b)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 9 May 2007 36,860 miles

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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G850 HHB is a 1990 Yamaha XJ900 in Black with a 891cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 G850 HHB, 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 G850 HHB registered?

G850 HHB is a 1990 Yamaha XJ900, first registered on 21 March 1990.

Is G850 HHB safe to buy?

The MOT history for G850 HHB shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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