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N152 ETS

1996 Yamaha XJ900

Black Petrol 891cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 May 2025
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

58,187 mi
Last recorded58,187 miles
Recorded on25 May 2024
Typical for 1996 Yamaha XJ90035,210 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN152 ETS
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ900
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine891cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 May 2024 58,187 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2023 55,379 miles

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

Pass 19 Aug 2021 52,084 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2020 50,949 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2019 50,737 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2018 50,697 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2017 49,979 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2016 48,122 miles

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

Pass 23 Feb 2015 46,299 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2014 45,176 miles

oil cooler is damp

Pass 19 Mar 2013 44,062 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2012 42,556 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2012 42,526 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 22 Mar 2011 40,430 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2010 40,388 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2009 40,373 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2008 40,359 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2007 39,953 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2006 39,171 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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N152 ETS is a 1996 Yamaha XJ900 in Black with a 891cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 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 N152 ETS, 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 N152 ETS registered?

N152 ETS is a 1996 Yamaha XJ900, first registered on 5 July 1996.

Is N152 ETS safe to buy?

The MOT history for N152 ETS shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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