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N226 XTF

1996 Yamaha XJ900

Red Petrol 891cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Mar 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

33,975 mi
Last recorded33,975 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2026
Typical for 1996 Yamaha XJ90035,210 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN226 XTF
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ900
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine891cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2026 33,975 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2025 30,215 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2024 29,382 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2024 29,382 miles

Front Wheel spindle loose (5.2.1 (c) (i))

Pass 24 Apr 2023 29,108 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2021 28,924 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 14 Aug 2020 28,465 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2019 27,982 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2019 27,982 miles

Rear Brake component insecure (1.1.21 (c))

Pass 4 Aug 2018 27,284 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 16 Aug 2017 26,152 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 8 Oct 2013 21,314 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2013 20,938 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2011 20,275 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))

Rear brake pads worn to approx 2 mm.

Pass 23 Nov 2010 19,272 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2009 18,336 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2008 17,334 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2008 17,334 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 2 Aug 2007 15,967 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2006 15,267 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2006 15,267 miles

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

Pass 18 May 2006 12,890 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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N226 XTF 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 81.8%.

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 N226 XTF, 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 N226 XTF registered?

N226 XTF is a 1996 Yamaha XJ900, first registered on 4 March 1996.

Is N226 XTF safe to buy?

The MOT history for N226 XTF shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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