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M493 HVC

1994 Yamaha XJ900

Black Petrol 892cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Nov 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

47,005 mi
Last recorded47,005 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2025
Typical for 1994 Yamaha XJ90038,145 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM493 HVC
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ900
Year1994
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine892cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2025 47,005 miles

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

Pass 27 Nov 2024 47,003 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2023 46,907 miles

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Rear swing arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Nov 2022 46,530 miles

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Main frame at rear seat mounting area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Rear swinging arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Nov 2021 46,213 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2020 45,857 miles

Both tyre pressures noted low, but sealing caps on valves not removable due to corrosion.

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened Main swing-arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Jul 2019 45,272 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2018 44,765 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2017 44,226 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 7 Jul 2017 44,226 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 16 Jul 2016 42,535 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2016 42,535 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 30 May 2015 42,488 miles
Pass 31 May 2014 42,460 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 42,289 miles
Pass 26 May 2012 41,967 miles
Pass 28 May 2011 41,540 miles
Pass 29 May 2010 40,906 miles
Pass 30 May 2009 40,628 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2008 40,318 miles

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

Pass 12 May 2007 40,008 miles
Pass 3 May 2006 38,938 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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M493 HVC is a 1994 Yamaha XJ900 in Black with a 892cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 M493 HVC, 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 M493 HVC registered?

M493 HVC is a 1994 Yamaha XJ900, first registered on 24 November 1994.

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The MOT history for M493 HVC shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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