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M508 VWL

1995 Yamaha XJ900

Black Petrol 891cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2024
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

39,770 mi
Last recorded39,770 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2023
Typical for 1995 Yamaha XJ90039,712 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM508 VWL
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ900
Year1995
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine891cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2023 39,770 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2023 39,754 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Jul 2022 39,442 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2021 39,055 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

front wheel bearings are slightly rough

Pass 9 Jun 2020 38,812 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2017 38,810 miles
Pass 10 May 2016 38,521 miles
Pass 8 May 2015 37,435 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2014 37,376 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2013 37,333 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2012 37,277 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2011 37,147 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2008 37,107 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2007 36,368 miles

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

Pass 27 Nov 2006 34,751 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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M508 VWL is a 1995 Yamaha XJ900 in Black with a 891cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 1995 Yamaha XJ900 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.6% with a typical mileage of 39,712 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 M508 VWL, 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 31 years old, this Yamaha XJ900 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was M508 VWL registered?

M508 VWL is a 1995 Yamaha XJ900, first registered on 18 April 1995.

Is M508 VWL safe to buy?

The MOT history for M508 VWL shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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