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J740 UNC

1991 Yamaha Xj

White Petrol 598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jan 2021
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

36,301 mi
Last recorded36,301 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2019
Typical for 1991 Yamaha Xj31,302 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Yamaha
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ740 UNC
MakeYamaha
ModelXj
Year1991
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Jul 2019 36,301 miles

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

Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 26 Apr 2017 31,154 miles
Pass 10 May 2016 29,856 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2015 28,007 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2014 25,849 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2014 25,849 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 25 May 2013 22,630 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2012 22,616 miles

Nearside Front Lower Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Offside Front Lower Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Poor idle speed, suspect vehicle been stood for some time and in need of new fuel.

Pass 18 Jun 2011 22,514 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2011 22,514 miles

Centre Rear Upper Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 1 Jul 2010 22,270 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha Xj?

Based on 8,530 MOT tests across 1,095 vehicles.

85.4%
Pass Rate
965
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
1,095
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 85
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 64
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 48
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 31
reflector on motorcycle missing 28
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J740 UNC is a 1991 Yamaha Xj in White with a 598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1991 Yamaha Xj models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.3% with a typical mileage of 31,302 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha Xj fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 85 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J740 UNC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Xj typically stays on UK roads for around 44 years. At 35 years old, this Yamaha Xj is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was J740 UNC registered?

J740 UNC is a 1991 Yamaha Xj, first registered on 31 December 1991.

Is J740 UNC safe to buy?

The MOT history for J740 UNC shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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