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L279 BRG

1994 Yamaha Xj

Purple Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Oct 2014
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

18,651 mi
Last recorded18,651 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2013
Typical for 1994 Yamaha Xj34,566 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL279 BRG
MakeYamaha
ModelXj
Year1994
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2013 18,651 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Oct 2012 18,651 miles

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

Fail 12 Sep 2012 18,651 miles

Front Brake master cylinder fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d)

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

Rear Rear suspension has a fracture of a load bearing member or its supporting structure. (2.4.A.2d) DANGEROUS

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

Fail 28 Sep 2011 18,651 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 28 Sep 2011 18,651 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Sep 2010 18,271 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 30 Sep 2009 38,023 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2009 37,974 miles

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

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

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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L279 BRG is a 1994 Yamaha Xj in Purple with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1994 Yamaha Xj models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.5% with a typical mileage of 34,566 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 L279 BRG, 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 32 years old, this Yamaha Xj is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was L279 BRG registered?

L279 BRG is a 1994 Yamaha Xj, first registered on 13 May 1994.

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