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N359 JAT

1996 Yamaha XJ900

Green Petrol 891cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Apr 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

47,567 mi
Last recorded47,567 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2026
Typical for 1996 Yamaha XJ90035,210 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN359 JAT
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ900
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine891cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2026 47,567 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2025 46,620 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2023 46,611 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2022 46,251 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2021 45,739 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2020 45,721 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2019 44,687 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2018 42,419 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2017 41,772 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2016 41,255 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2015 40,797 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2014 39,588 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2013 38,924 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2012 38,431 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2011 37,746 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2010 35,760 miles

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

Pass 17 Apr 2009 34,546 miles

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

Pass 14 Apr 2008 34,175 miles

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

Pass 16 Apr 2007 32,234 miles

front and rear tyres on legal limit

Pass 19 Apr 2006 31,161 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2006 31,161 miles

Rear Exhaust is leaking and 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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N359 JAT is a 1996 Yamaha XJ900 in Green with a 891cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 N359 JAT, 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 N359 JAT registered?

N359 JAT is a 1996 Yamaha XJ900, first registered on 22 June 1996.

Is N359 JAT safe to buy?

The MOT history for N359 JAT shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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