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N201 CKJ

1996 Yamaha XJ900

Green Petrol 891cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Apr 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

26,207 mi
Last recorded26,207 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2026
Typical for 1996 Yamaha XJ90035,210 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN201 CKJ
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ900
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine891cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2026 26,207 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2025 25,746 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2024 25,146 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2021 25,034 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2019 24,989 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 13 Jun 2017 24,817 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2016 23,647 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2014 23,583 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2013 23,449 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2012 23,122 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2011 22,822 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2010 22,748 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2009 22,607 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2009 22,607 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 13 Jul 2007 21,939 miles

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

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

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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N201 CKJ is a 1996 Yamaha XJ900 in Green with a 891cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 N201 CKJ, 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.

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What year was N201 CKJ registered?

N201 CKJ is a 1996 Yamaha XJ900, first registered on 9 May 1996.

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