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L883 LJM

1996 Yamaha Xj

Black Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jan 2022
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

17 mi
Last recorded17 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2021
Typical for 1996 Yamaha Xj29,254 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL883 LJM
MakeYamaha
ModelXj
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 21 Jan 2021 17 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2017 27,572 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

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

Pass 22 Sep 2016 18,429 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 18 Jun 2015 10,735 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2014 10,427 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2011 6,598 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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L883 LJM is a 1996 Yamaha Xj in Black with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1996 Yamaha Xj models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.0% with a typical mileage of 29,254 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 L883 LJM, 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 30 years old, this Yamaha Xj is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was L883 LJM registered?

L883 LJM is a 1996 Yamaha Xj, first registered on 22 October 1996.

Is L883 LJM safe to buy?

The MOT history for L883 LJM shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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