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LV02 VUC

2002 Yamaha XJ900

Black Petrol 900cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Sep 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

57,961 mi
Last recorded57,961 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2025
Typical for 2002 Yamaha XJ90026,466 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV02 VUC
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ900
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine900cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2025 57,961 miles

Rear Tyre slightly out of shape

Fail 6 Sep 2025 57,953 miles

Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Rear Tyre slightly out of shape

Pass 23 Aug 2024 56,531 miles

Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 2 Sep 2023 51,965 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 27 Aug 2022 48,248 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 4 Sep 2021 44,103 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 17 Nov 2018 43,727 miles

headlight beam converter fitted

Pass 16 Jul 2016 43,665 miles

headlight beam converter fitted

Pass 5 Sep 2015 43,661 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2014 43,654 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2011 42,931 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2010 42,839 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2009 42,794 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2008 42,388 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 9 May 2007 36,904 miles
Fail 9 May 2007 36,904 miles

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 17 Apr 2007 36,904 miles

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Mar 2006 35,485 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2006 35,485 miles

Front Headlamp aim beam image kick-up is to the offside (1.6.1)

Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

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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LV02 VUC is a 2002 Yamaha XJ900 in Black with a 900cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 2002 Yamaha XJ900 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.3% with a typical mileage of 26,466 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LV02 VUC, 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 24 years old, this Yamaha XJ900 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was LV02 VUC registered?

LV02 VUC is a 2002 Yamaha XJ900, first registered on 17 April 2002.

Is LV02 VUC safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV02 VUC shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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