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L982 MGU

1994 Yamaha XJ900

Blue Petrol 891cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Nov 2026
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

80,429 mi
Last recorded80,429 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2025
Typical for 1994 Yamaha XJ90038,145 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL982 MGU
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ900
Year1994
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine891cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 6 Nov 2025 80,429 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 6 Sep 2024 80,395 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2023 80,357 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2022 80,289 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2021 79,998 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2020 79,701 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2019 79,207 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2018 78,281 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2017 77,167 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2016 76,210 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2015 74,790 miles

front tyre - slight cracking on sidewalls

Pass 29 May 2014 73,655 miles

Rear Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Pass 7 Jun 2013 72,249 miles

lh handlebar grip - is slightly loose.

Pass 1 Jun 2012 71,327 miles
Pass 26 May 2011 70,099 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2010 68,591 miles

Nail in rear tyre

the front brake caliper pistons are not retracting fully.

Pass 26 May 2009 67,234 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2008 65,729 miles
Pass 25 May 2007 63,637 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2006 62,622 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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L982 MGU is a 1994 Yamaha XJ900 in Blue with a 891cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1994 Yamaha XJ900 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.4% with a typical mileage of 38,145 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 L982 MGU, 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 32 years old, this Yamaha XJ900 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was L982 MGU registered?

L982 MGU is a 1994 Yamaha XJ900, first registered on 1 February 1994.

Is L982 MGU safe to buy?

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