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H291 FBW

1990 Yamaha XJ900

Black Petrol 891cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Oct 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

79,345 mi
Last recorded79,345 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2025
Typical for 1990 Yamaha XJ90037,929 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH291 FBW
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ900
Year1990
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine891cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2025 79,345 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2024 78,848 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2023 78,071 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2022 77,166 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2021 76,085 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2020 75,418 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2019 74,661 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2018 72,168 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2017 70,629 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2016 69,349 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2015 67,366 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2014 65,865 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 2 Oct 2014 65,865 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2013 64,443 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2012 62,901 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2011 61,413 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2010 59,938 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2009 57,906 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2008 55,665 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2007 53,977 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2006 50,866 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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H291 FBW is a 1990 Yamaha XJ900 in Black with a 891cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 H291 FBW, 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 H291 FBW registered?

H291 FBW is a 1990 Yamaha XJ900, first registered on 1 September 1990.

Is H291 FBW safe to buy?

The MOT history for H291 FBW shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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