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K256 FYG

1993 Yamaha Xj

Black Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Feb 2018
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

50,073 mi
Last recorded50,073 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2017
Typical for 1993 Yamaha Xj33,872 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK256 FYG
MakeYamaha
ModelXj
Year1993
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2017 50,073 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 3 Feb 2016 48,587 miles

both tyre valves perishing slightly

rear tyre tread stepped slightly

Fail 17 May 2014 3,030 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Rear reflector on sidecar missing (1.4.1)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 17 May 2014 3,030 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 23 May 2013 1,673 miles
Fail 23 May 2013 1,673 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 18 Mar 2011 2 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Fail 17 Mar 2011 2 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Pass 14 Nov 2006 27,868 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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K256 FYG is a 1993 Yamaha Xj in Black with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1993 Yamaha Xj models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.8% with a typical mileage of 33,872 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 K256 FYG, 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 33 years old, this Yamaha Xj is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was K256 FYG registered?

K256 FYG is a 1993 Yamaha Xj, first registered on 2 April 1993.

Is K256 FYG safe to buy?

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