MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
88,988 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))
Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))
Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))
Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)
Nearside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)
Offside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)
Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)
Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)
Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Rear Front suspension spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.3.2b)
Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.6)
How Reliable is the Yamaha XJ900?
Based on 45,127 MOT tests across 4,133 vehicles.
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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.
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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.
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