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K518 YFR

1993 Yamaha XJ900

Silver Petrol 899cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Oct 2025
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

73,289 mi
Last recorded73,289 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2024
Typical for 1993 Yamaha XJ90036,568 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK518 YFR
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ900
Year1993
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine899cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Oct 2024 73,289 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Front Direction indicator light intensity reduced (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Front Direction indicator light intensity reduced (4.4.3 (a))

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

Fail 19 Oct 2024 73,288 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Front Direction indicator light intensity reduced (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Front Direction indicator light intensity reduced (4.4.3 (a))

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

Pass 12 May 2023 72,982 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 12 May 2023 72,982 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 May 2014 71,061 miles

Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 4 May 2013 66,645 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2012 50,598 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2011 35,415 miles

Centre Front Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 25 Mar 2011 35,415 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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K518 YFR is a 1993 Yamaha XJ900 in Silver with a 899cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1993 Yamaha XJ900 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.6% with a typical mileage of 36,568 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 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 K518 YFR, 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 33 years old, this Yamaha XJ900 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was K518 YFR registered?

K518 YFR is a 1993 Yamaha XJ900, first registered on 31 December 1993.

Is K518 YFR safe to buy?

The MOT history for K518 YFR shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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