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N373 JAT

1996 Yamaha Xj

Black Petrol 598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Apr 2019
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

41,887 mi
Last recorded41,887 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2018
Typical for 1996 Yamaha Xj29,254 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN373 JAT
MakeYamaha
ModelXj
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2018 41,887 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2017 41,799 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 25 Apr 2015 41,711 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2014 40,213 miles

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

Fail 30 Apr 2014 40,213 miles

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Fail 3 Jun 2010 39,909 miles

Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Offside Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 3 Jun 2010 39,909 miles

Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Offside Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 21 Jun 2007 37,405 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2006 33,389 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2005 30,231 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha Xj?

Based on 8,530 MOT tests across 1,095 vehicles.

85.4%
Pass Rate
965
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
1,095
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 85
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 64
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 48
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 31
reflector on motorcycle missing 28
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N373 JAT is a 1996 Yamaha Xj in Black with a 598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1996 Yamaha Xj models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.0% with a typical mileage of 29,254 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 Xj fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 85 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N373 JAT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Xj typically stays on UK roads for around 44 years. At 30 years old, this Yamaha Xj is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was N373 JAT registered?

N373 JAT is a 1996 Yamaha Xj, first registered on 12 May 1996.

Is N373 JAT safe to buy?

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