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L780 DCW

1993 Yamaha Xj

White Petrol 891cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Mar 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

63,431 mi
Last recorded63,431 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2026
Typical for 1993 Yamaha Xj33,872 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL780 DCW
MakeYamaha
ModelXj
Year1993
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine891cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2026 63,431 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2025 62,502 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2024 62,107 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2023 56,526 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 21 Mar 2022 52,446 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2021 49,076 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2020 46,297 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2019 43,185 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2018 42,111 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2017 39,912 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2016 36,744 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2014 36,403 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Pass 30 Oct 2014 36,403 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2013 36,379 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2012 36,341 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2011 35,762 miles

Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 14 Oct 2011 35,762 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2010 35,013 miles

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

Pass 18 Oct 2010 35,013 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2009 33,545 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2008 32,500 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2007 30,934 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2006 27,371 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2005 26,142 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2005 26,142 miles

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

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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L780 DCW is a 1993 Yamaha Xj in White with a 891cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 L780 DCW, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was L780 DCW registered?

L780 DCW is a 1993 Yamaha Xj, first registered on 1 August 1993.

Is L780 DCW safe to buy?

The MOT history for L780 DCW shows 25 tests with a 84% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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