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K526 THA

1992 Yamaha Xj

Black Petrol 891cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Apr 2027
Tests23 (15 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate65.2%

Mileage

96,778 mi
Last recorded96,778 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2026
Typical for 1992 Yamaha Xj29,714 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK526 THA
MakeYamaha
ModelXj
Year1992
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine891cc

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MOT History

15 pass 8 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2026 96,778 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Mar 2025 95,552 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2023 94,172 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2023 94,168 miles

Central Front Steering operation restricted in free movement from lock to lock (2.1.4 (c))

Pass 8 Jul 2022 91,798 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2022 91,779 miles

Central Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Central Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 18 May 2021 86,962 miles

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

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 19 Jun 2019 84,336 miles

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced REAR swingarm (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Rear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

forks pitted

Pass 25 May 2018 83,810 miles

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

Rear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear swingarm corroded

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 30 Mar 2016 82,301 miles

Registration plate slightly deteriorated

Swing arm corroded

Tyre worn (front)

Fail 29 Mar 2016 82,301 miles

Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.2.B3a)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Registration plate slightly deteriorated

Swing arm corroded

Pass 31 Mar 2015 77,566 miles

Swingarm corroded

Fail 24 Mar 2015 77,562 miles

Offside Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear suspension movement is excessively stiff (2.4.A.3b)

Swingarm corroded

Pass 18 Mar 2014 74,072 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2011 72,389 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2011 72,385 miles

Direction indicator missing (1.5.1a)

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 13 Apr 2010 70,849 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 23 Mar 2009 68,241 miles

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

Fail 27 Feb 2009 68,201 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Pass 5 Feb 2008 64,270 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Fail 4 Feb 2008 64,270 miles

Clutch lever shortened so it cannot be readily operated. (6.2.1g)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Pass 6 Dec 2006 61,230 miles

end of clutch lever damaged

Fail 2 Dec 2006 61,224 miles

Centre Front Lower Steering movement excessively stiff with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Centre Front Steering movement excessively stiff with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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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K526 THA is a 1992 Yamaha Xj in Black with a 891cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.2%.

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 K526 THA, 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 K526 THA registered?

K526 THA is a 1992 Yamaha Xj, first registered on 13 August 1992.

Is K526 THA safe to buy?

The MOT history for K526 THA shows 23 tests with a 65.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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