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N136 TCN

1996 Yamaha XJ900

Red Petrol 891cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jan 2021
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

31,993 mi
Last recorded31,993 miles
Recorded on10 Jan 2020
Typical for 1996 Yamaha XJ90035,210 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN136 TCN
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ900
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine891cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Jan 2020 31,993 miles

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

Nearside Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 10 Jan 2020 31,993 miles

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

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 9 May 2014 31,800 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Front Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

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

Pass 9 May 2014 31,800 miles

Front Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

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

Pass 9 Dec 2009 29,251 miles

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

choke cable seized

Fail 9 Dec 2009 29,251 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

choke cable seized

Pass 1 May 2008 23,638 miles
Pass 22 May 2007 22,230 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2005 16,054 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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N136 TCN is a 1996 Yamaha XJ900 in Red with a 891cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1996 Yamaha XJ900 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.9% with a typical mileage of 35,210 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 N136 TCN, 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 30 years old, this Yamaha XJ900 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N136 TCN registered?

N136 TCN is a 1996 Yamaha XJ900, first registered on 22 May 1996.

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