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N171 GNW

1996 Yamaha XJ900

Red Petrol 891cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jun 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

26,867 mi
Last recorded26,867 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2026
Typical for 1996 Yamaha XJ90035,210 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN171 GNW
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ900
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine891cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2026 26,867 miles
Pass 15 May 2025 25,125 miles

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 2 May 2024 22,969 miles

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

Pass 2 May 2023 21,058 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2021 19,969 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2020 18,454 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2020 18,454 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2019 18,175 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2018 17,798 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2017 17,498 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 23 Mar 2016 16,746 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2015 16,285 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2014 15,563 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2013 14,470 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

front tyre worn unevenly

rear tyre squared off

Pass 29 Mar 2012 13,170 miles

Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Lower Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 18 Aug 2010 11,386 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2009 10,209 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2009 10,209 miles

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

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

Fail 24 Jul 2008 8,859 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 24 Jul 2008 8,859 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 17 Jul 2007 8,041 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 18 Jul 2006 7,321 miles

Centre Rear Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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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N171 GNW is a 1996 Yamaha XJ900 in Red with a 891cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 N171 GNW, 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 N171 GNW registered?

N171 GNW is a 1996 Yamaha XJ900, first registered on 5 March 1996.

Is N171 GNW safe to buy?

The MOT history for N171 GNW shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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