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J291 JOU

1997 Yamaha XT225

Green Petrol 225cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Apr 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

24,895 mi
Last recorded24,895 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Yamaha XT22520,966 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ291 JOU
MakeYamaha
ModelXT225
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine225cc
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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2026 24,895 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2023 24,127 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2022 24,014 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 28 Oct 2021 23,932 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 22 Oct 2020 23,841 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2019 23,247 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2018 22,523 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2017 22,088 miles
Pass 26 May 2016 21,628 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 28 May 2015 21,405 miles
Pass 1 May 2014 20,966 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2013 20,354 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2011 19,592 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2010 19,114 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2009 18,592 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2009 18,592 miles

Front wheel spindle securing nut locking device insecure (2.3.3a)

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device insecure (2.4.A.2b)

Pass 20 Nov 2008 6,078 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2007 4,465 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2006 3,553 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha XT225?

Based on 2,545 MOT tests across 247 vehicles.

87.2%
Pass Rate
437
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
247
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

wheel bearings have excessive free play 14
wheel bearings have excessive free play 13
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 12
Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s 11
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 10
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J291 JOU is a 1997 Yamaha XT225 in Green with a 225cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

Across all 1997 Yamaha XT225 models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.0% with a typical mileage of 20,966 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha XT225 fails its MOT is wheel bearings have excessive free play, accounting for 14 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J291 JOU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha XT225 typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 29 years old, this Yamaha XT225 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was J291 JOU registered?

J291 JOU is a 1997 Yamaha XT225, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is J291 JOU safe to buy?

The MOT history for J291 JOU 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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