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N248 NMW

1996 Yamaha XJ900

Red Petrol 891cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Feb 2023
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

55,246 mi
Last recorded55,246 miles
Recorded on8 Feb 2022
Typical for 1996 Yamaha XJ90035,210 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN248 NMW
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ900
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine891cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Feb 2022 55,246 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2021 52,547 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Feb 2020 49,093 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2020 49,093 miles

Handlebar restricted in free movement from lock to lock (2.1.4 (c))

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Mar 2019 44,398 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2018 42,059 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2017 41,907 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2015 40,320 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 7 Nov 2014 39,355 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2014 39,355 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 2 Jul 2013 38,766 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2012 33,379 miles

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

Fail 11 Jul 2012 33,359 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 11 Feb 2011 32,725 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2010 30,022 miles
Pass 29 May 2009 29,277 miles
Pass 20 May 2008 29,033 miles

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

offside rider footrest hanging down

Pass 30 May 2007 28,371 miles
Pass 31 May 2006 28,108 miles
Fail 31 May 2006 28,108 miles

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(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
Full Yamaha XJ900 reliability report

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N248 NMW is a 1996 Yamaha XJ900 in Red with a 891cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 N248 NMW, 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 N248 NMW registered?

N248 NMW is a 1996 Yamaha XJ900, first registered on 28 May 1996.

Is N248 NMW safe to buy?

The MOT history for N248 NMW shows 20 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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