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H290 ERO

1990 Yamaha XJ900

Black Petrol 891cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jul 2027
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

63,068 mi
Last recorded63,068 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2026
Typical for 1990 Yamaha XJ90037,929 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH290 ERO
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ900
Year1990
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine891cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2026 63,068 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Rear tyre has cuts in tread depth

Fail 15 Jul 2026 63,068 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Rear tyre has cuts in tread depth

Stop lamp not working Brake control 1 (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Jul 2025 62,619 miles

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

Pass 21 Oct 2015 57,180 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2014 47,663 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2013 40,936 miles

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

Pass 11 Aug 2012 28,618 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2011 28,238 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2009 27,955 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2006 27,318 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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H290 ERO is a 1990 Yamaha XJ900 in Black with a 891cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 H290 ERO, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was H290 ERO registered?

H290 ERO is a 1990 Yamaha XJ900, first registered on 22 October 1990.

Is H290 ERO safe to buy?

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