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J278 SNB

1992 Yamaha XJ900

Blue Petrol 891cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jul 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

4,963 mi
Last recorded4,963 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2025
Typical for 1992 Yamaha XJ90038,750 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ278 SNB
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ900
Year1992
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine891cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2025 4,963 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 3 Jul 2024 4,651 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2023 4,205 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2023 4,205 miles

Horn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))

Pass 13 Apr 2022 3,906 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2020 3,618 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2019 3,286 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2018 1,849 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2017 794 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2016 42,485 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2015 41,919 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2014 41,262 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2013 40,962 miles

front brake binds slightly

Pass 8 Mar 2012 40,815 miles

Postion lights need ingition on to work

Pass 10 Sep 2010 40,685 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2009 40,424 miles
Pass 15 May 2008 38,930 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2007 38,253 miles
Pass 23 May 2006 21,985 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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J278 SNB is a 1992 Yamaha XJ900 in Blue with a 891cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 J278 SNB, 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 J278 SNB registered?

J278 SNB is a 1992 Yamaha XJ900, first registered on 12 May 1992.

Is J278 SNB safe to buy?

The MOT history for J278 SNB shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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