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H53 HVT

1990 Yamaha XJ900

Black Petrol 891cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jun 2027
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

6,645 mi
Last recorded6,645 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2026
Typical for 1990 Yamaha XJ90037,929 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH53 HVT
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ900
Year1990
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine891cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 16 Jun 2026 6,645 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2025 6,031 miles
Pass 16 May 2024 5,670 miles
Pass 16 May 2023 5,374 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2021 4,694 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2020 4,682 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2019 4,669 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2018 4,638 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2017 4,621 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2016 4,600 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2015 4,584 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2014 4,567 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2013 4,553 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2012 4,514 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2011 4,499 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2010 4,461 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2009 4,414 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2008 4,392 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2007 4,347 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2006 4,292 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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H53 HVT is a 1990 Yamaha XJ900 in Black with a 891cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 H53 HVT, 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 H53 HVT registered?

H53 HVT is a 1990 Yamaha XJ900, first registered on 4 August 1990.

Is H53 HVT safe to buy?

The MOT history for H53 HVT shows 20 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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