CarVerify

Free Car Check

HTT 517Y

1983 Yamaha XJ900

Blue Petrol 891cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2024
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

88,988 mi
Last recorded88,988 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2023
Typical for 1983 Yamaha XJ90044,597 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Yamaha
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationHTT 517Y
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ900
Year1983
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine891cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2023 88,988 miles

Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Pass 22 Jul 2022 88,034 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2022 88,034 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 24 Jul 2021 86,562 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2018 85,751 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 21 Jun 2016 84,233 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 21 Jun 2016 84,233 miles

Nearside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Offside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 15 Aug 2014 80,656 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Pass 15 Aug 2014 80,656 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2013 77,627 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 9 Aug 2012 74,184 miles

Rear Front suspension spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.3.2b)

Pass 8 Mar 2011 56,615 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2011 56,615 miles

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.6)

Pass 19 Jan 2010 67,728 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2009 64,680 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2007 64,682 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2006 63,209 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
Full Yamaha XJ900 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

HTT 517Y is a 1983 Yamaha XJ900 in Blue with a 891cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 1983 Yamaha XJ900 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.0% with a typical mileage of 44,597 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 HTT 517Y, 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 43 years old, this Yamaha XJ900 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of HTT 517Y?

You can check the full history of HTT 517Y by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was HTT 517Y registered?

HTT 517Y is a 1983 Yamaha XJ900, first registered on 31 December 1983.

Is HTT 517Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for HTT 517Y shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HTT 517Y have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on HTT 517Y. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.