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GU52 XAM

2002 Yamaha XJ900

Silver Petrol 892cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jul 2021
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

66,428 mi
Last recorded66,428 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2020
Typical for 2002 Yamaha XJ90026,466 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU52 XAM
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ900
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine892cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2020 66,428 miles

Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

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

Fail 16 Jun 2020 66,397 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working Rear brake (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected Throttle sticking on when handle bars on right full lock (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

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

Pass 14 Jun 2019 65,655 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2018 64,393 miles

Nearside exhaust rattles

Fail 14 Apr 2018 64,007 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 17 Jun 2017 63,390 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2016 60,256 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2015 55,040 miles

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

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 18 Jun 2014 51,345 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Apr 2013 48,527 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2013 48,136 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Brake disc(s) excessively pitted (3.2.A1l)

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Rear Lower Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 17 Apr 2012 43,838 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2012 43,838 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Fail 16 Apr 2011 41,411 miles

Rear Brake pipe union leaking fluid (3.2.B4)

Rear Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)

Pass 16 Apr 2011 41,411 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2010 40,390 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2009 38,995 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2009 38,995 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

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

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

Pass 17 Sep 2008 38,522 miles

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

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

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

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

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

Pass 20 Dec 2007 38,492 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2006 34,297 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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GU52 XAM is a 2002 Yamaha XJ900 in Silver with a 892cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2002 Yamaha XJ900 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.3% with a typical mileage of 26,466 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 GU52 XAM, 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 24 years old, this Yamaha XJ900 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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GU52 XAM is a 2002 Yamaha XJ900, first registered on 19 October 2002.

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