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LD09 VAJ

2009 Yamaha Xj

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 May 2027
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

15,522 mi
Last recorded15,522 miles
Recorded on6 May 2026
Typical for 2009 Yamaha Xj10,842 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLD09 VAJ
MakeYamaha
ModelXj
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 May 2026 15,522 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2025 15,200 miles
Pass 21 May 2024 14,914 miles
Pass 11 May 2023 14,291 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 May 2022 13,391 miles

Front Brake caliper corroded but not seriously weakened (1.1.16 (d) (i))

Rear Brake caliper corroded but not seriously weakened (1.1.16 (d) (i))

Fail 4 May 2022 13,391 miles

Front Brake caliper corroded but not seriously weakened (1.1.16 (d) (i))

Rear Brake caliper corroded but not seriously weakened (1.1.16 (d) (i))

Drive chain so loose it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii))

Pass 30 Mar 2021 12,947 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2019 12,587 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2017 10,842 miles

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

Pass 27 Sep 2016 6,134 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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LD09 VAJ is a 2009 Yamaha Xj in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2009 Yamaha Xj models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.1% with a typical mileage of 10,842 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 LD09 VAJ, 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 17 years old, this Yamaha Xj is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LD09 VAJ registered?

LD09 VAJ is a 2009 Yamaha Xj, first registered on 10 July 2009.

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