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J44 LHD

1998 Yamaha XJ900

Red Petrol 892cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Aug 2026
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

53,748 mi
Last recorded53,748 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2025
Typical for 1998 Yamaha XJ90031,642 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ44 LHD
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ900
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine892cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 30 Aug 2025 53,748 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2023 53,530 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2022 53,394 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2021 53,198 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2020 52,176 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2019 50,827 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2018 47,536 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2016 42,937 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2015 42,510 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2014 42,468 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2013 42,196 miles

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

Pass 26 Mar 2012 41,658 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2011 36,656 miles
Pass 15 May 2010 36,512 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2009 36,264 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2008 36,099 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2007 35,874 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2006 35,070 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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J44 LHD is a 1998 Yamaha XJ900 in Red with a 892cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1998 Yamaha XJ900 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.8% with a typical mileage of 31,642 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 J44 LHD, 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 28 years old, this Yamaha XJ900 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of J44 LHD?

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What year was J44 LHD registered?

J44 LHD is a 1998 Yamaha XJ900, first registered on 30 December 1998.

Is J44 LHD safe to buy?

The MOT history for J44 LHD shows 18 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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