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L864 ECG

1993 Yamaha Xj

Black Petrol 598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2018
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

2,391 mi
Last recorded2,391 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2017
Typical for 1993 Yamaha Xj33,872 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL864 ECG
MakeYamaha
ModelXj
Year1993
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2017 2,391 miles

Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

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

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)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 30 Jul 2016 1,704 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

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)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 25 Jul 2015 699 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 14 Jul 2014 15,853 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 11 Jul 2014 15,798 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 25 Jul 2013 13,800 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

both rear exhausts are rusty underneath

Pass 13 Jul 2007 13,729 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2006 7,432 miles

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 7 Jul 2006 7,432 miles

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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L864 ECG is a 1993 Yamaha Xj in Black with a 598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 L864 ECG, 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.

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What year was L864 ECG registered?

L864 ECG is a 1993 Yamaha Xj, first registered on 18 August 1993.

Is L864 ECG safe to buy?

The MOT history for L864 ECG shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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