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K872 VFJ

1993 Yamaha XJ900

Blue Petrol 891cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2021
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

45,724 mi
Last recorded45,724 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2020
Typical for 1993 Yamaha XJ90036,568 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK872 VFJ
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ900
Year1993
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine891cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2020 45,724 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2019 45,688 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Pass 23 Apr 2016 45,668 miles

Rear position lamp deteriorated but function not impaired 1x bulb not working (1.1.1b)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 19 Apr 2014 45,663 miles

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

Nearside Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

rear tyre had 3 psi in,have enflated.

Pass 15 Aug 2012 44,109 miles
Pass 6 May 2008 64,520 miles
Fail 2 May 2008 64,520 miles

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

Pass 21 Apr 2007 59,035 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2006 54,281 miles

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 20 Apr 2006 54,281 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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K872 VFJ is a 1993 Yamaha XJ900 in Blue with a 891cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 K872 VFJ, 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 K872 VFJ registered?

K872 VFJ is a 1993 Yamaha XJ900, first registered on 23 January 1993.

Is K872 VFJ safe to buy?

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