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N166 AEG

1996 Yamaha XJ900

Red Petrol 891cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Mar 2026
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

31,414 mi
Last recorded31,414 miles
Recorded on8 Mar 2025
Typical for 1996 Yamaha XJ90035,210 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN166 AEG
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ900
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine891cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 8 Mar 2025 31,414 miles
Pass 22 May 2024 31,421 miles
Pass 19 May 2023 31,385 miles
Pass 21 May 2021 31,358 miles
Pass 29 May 2020 31,233 miles
Pass 25 May 2019 31,206 miles
Pass 18 May 2018 30,544 miles
Pass 9 May 2017 30,099 miles
Pass 9 May 2016 29,385 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2015 29,094 miles

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

Pass 10 May 2014 28,220 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2013 27,104 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2011 26,205 miles
Pass 28 May 2010 25,378 miles
Pass 22 May 2008 22,898 miles
Pass 29 May 2007 22,718 miles
Pass 25 May 2006 22,342 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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N166 AEG is a 1996 Yamaha XJ900 in Red with a 891cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 N166 AEG, 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

How do I check the history of N166 AEG?

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What year was N166 AEG registered?

N166 AEG is a 1996 Yamaha XJ900, first registered on 26 June 1996.

Is N166 AEG safe to buy?

The MOT history for N166 AEG shows 17 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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