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H317 SWJ

1990 Yamaha XJ900

Black Petrol 891cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2024
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

57,512 mi
Last recorded57,512 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2023
Typical for 1990 Yamaha XJ90037,929 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH317 SWJ
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ900
Year1990
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine891cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2023 57,512 miles
Fail 15 May 2023 57,507 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Wheel spindle locking device missing (5.2.1 (d))

Front tyre fitted wrong way around

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

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 4 Jul 2019 57,401 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2018 57,233 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 31 May 2011 56,435 miles

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

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

front brake union corroded

Pass 29 May 2010 53,079 miles

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

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Fail 29 Apr 2010 53,074 miles

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

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

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 10 Mar 2009 52,183 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2007 50,576 miles

Front Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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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H317 SWJ 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 77.8%.

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 H317 SWJ, 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 H317 SWJ registered?

H317 SWJ is a 1990 Yamaha XJ900, first registered on 8 September 1990.

Is H317 SWJ safe to buy?

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