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J205 ETU

1992 Yamaha XJ900

White Petrol 891cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jun 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

33,417 mi
Last recorded33,417 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2026
Typical for 1992 Yamaha XJ90038,750 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ205 ETU
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ900
Year1992
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine891cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2026 33,417 miles

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

Pass 24 Jun 2025 33,293 miles

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

Pass 24 Jun 2024 33,212 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2023 33,111 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2022 33,086 miles
Pass 25 May 2019 33,080 miles
Pass 4 May 2018 32,970 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2016 32,932 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2015 32,919 miles
Pass 23 May 2014 32,789 miles

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

Fail 23 May 2014 32,789 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 15 Sep 2011 32,761 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2009 32,750 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2008 32,737 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2007 32,643 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2006 32,610 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2005 32,496 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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J205 ETU is a 1992 Yamaha XJ900 in White with a 891cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 1992 Yamaha XJ900 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.6% with a typical mileage of 38,750 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 J205 ETU, 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 34 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 J205 ETU registered?

J205 ETU is a 1992 Yamaha XJ900, first registered on 7 March 1992.

Is J205 ETU safe to buy?

The MOT history for J205 ETU shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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