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N249 DSL

1996 Yamaha XJ900

Green Petrol 891cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Oct 2024
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

24,363 mi
Last recorded24,363 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2023
Typical for 1996 Yamaha XJ90035,210 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN249 DSL
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ900
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine891cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2023 24,363 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2022 24,297 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2021 23,545 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2020 23,028 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2019 22,942 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2018 22,496 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2017 21,992 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2017 21,147 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2016 19,509 miles
Pass 16 May 2015 19,344 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2014 16,060 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2011 14,654 miles

Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

headlight aim adjusted for test

Pass 21 Oct 2010 13,334 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2009 12,706 miles

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

Fail 2 Dec 2009 12,706 miles

Nearside Inner Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Offside Front Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders operation of the controls (2.1.2b)

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

Pass 29 Sep 2008 11,083 miles
Pass 9 May 2006 10,889 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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N249 DSL is a 1996 Yamaha XJ900 in Green with a 891cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 N249 DSL, 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 N249 DSL registered?

N249 DSL is a 1996 Yamaha XJ900, first registered on 25 April 1996.

Is N249 DSL safe to buy?

The MOT history for N249 DSL shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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