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MW03 HCZ

2003 Yamaha XJ900

Silver Petrol 892cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2025
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

54,140 mi
Last recorded54,140 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2024
Typical for 2003 Yamaha XJ90024,528 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMW03 HCZ
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ900
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine892cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2024 54,140 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2023 54,089 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2023 54,088 miles

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

Pass 23 Feb 2022 50,637 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2021 44,030 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2020 43,704 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front brake lever incomplete

light corrosion to frame

Pass 1 Mar 2019 42,835 miles

centre stand corroded and broken, hanging lower than it should.

Pass 2 Mar 2018 41,206 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2018 41,169 miles

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

Pass 4 Mar 2017 39,723 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2016 38,453 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2015 37,834 miles

Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 6 Feb 2015 37,834 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2014 36,235 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2014 36,216 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Offside Front Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Pass 2 Mar 2013 4,201 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2012 30,274 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2011 26,848 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 14 Apr 2010 24,927 miles
Pass 1 May 2009 23,096 miles
Pass 27 May 2008 18,282 miles

Centre Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Pass 21 Apr 2007 18,031 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2007 17,981 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Apr 2006 13,097 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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MW03 HCZ is a 2003 Yamaha XJ900 in Silver with a 892cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

Across all 2003 Yamaha XJ900 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.1% with a typical mileage of 24,528 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 MW03 HCZ, 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 23 years old, this Yamaha XJ900 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was MW03 HCZ registered?

MW03 HCZ is a 2003 Yamaha XJ900, first registered on 7 June 2003.

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