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N387 DYD

1996 Yamaha XJ900

Red Petrol 891cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2011
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

97,484 mi
Last recorded97,484 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2011
Typical for 1996 Yamaha XJ90035,210 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN387 DYD
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ900
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine891cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Fail 14 Jun 2011 97,484 miles

Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Brake pedal pivots excessively worn (3.1.3a)

Rear suspension movement is excessively stiff (2.4.A.3b) DANGEROUS

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b) DANGEROUS

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f) DANGEROUS

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 27 May 2010 95,774 miles

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

front tyre valve starting to perish

offside front footrest pivot slightly worn ?

Fail 18 May 2009 93,522 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 18 May 2009 93,522 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 16 May 2008 90,629 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 17 May 2007 87,526 miles

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 18 May 2006 84,066 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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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N387 DYD is a 1996 Yamaha XJ900 in Red with a 891cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 N387 DYD, 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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N387 DYD is a 1996 Yamaha XJ900, first registered on 1 May 1996.

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