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J766 NWL

1992 Yamaha Xj

Black Petrol 598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2015
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

27,397 mi
Last recorded27,397 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2014
Typical for 1992 Yamaha Xj29,714 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ766 NWL
MakeYamaha
ModelXj
Year1992
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2014 27,397 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Fail 6 Jun 2014 27,302 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Registration plate characters laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Pass 20 Jun 2013 4 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 29 Nov 2006 24,934 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2006 24,934 miles

Rear Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)

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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J766 NWL is a 1992 Yamaha Xj in Black with a 598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1992 Yamaha Xj models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.2% with a typical mileage of 29,714 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 J766 NWL, 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 34 years old, this Yamaha Xj is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J766 NWL registered?

J766 NWL is a 1992 Yamaha Xj, first registered on 1 January 1992.

Is J766 NWL safe to buy?

The MOT history for J766 NWL shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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