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N405 DNV

1996 Yamaha XJ900

Green Petrol 891cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Apr 2011
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

88,981 mi
Last recorded88,981 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2010
Typical for 1996 Yamaha XJ90035,210 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN405 DNV
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ900
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine891cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2010 88,981 miles

both front brake discs worn(borderline pass)

fairing broken and loose on nearside upper

fork legs pitted

rear brake pedal pivot worn

Fail 10 Apr 2010 88,981 miles

Nearside Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

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

both front brake discs worn(borderline pass)

fairing broken and loose on nearside upper

fork legs pitted

rear brake pedal pivot worn

Fail 8 Apr 2010 88,970 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 24 Mar 2010 88,940 miles

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

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Front suspension has excessive stiffness in the suspension movement. (2.3.6b)

Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Fairing insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Pass 23 Mar 2009 53,108 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 14 May 2008 17,445 miles

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

Pass 12 May 2007 75,031 miles
Fail 9 May 2007 74,635 miles

Rear Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 13 Jun 2006 58,032 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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N405 DNV is a 1996 Yamaha XJ900 in Green with a 891cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 N405 DNV, 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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N405 DNV is a 1996 Yamaha XJ900, first registered on 30 December 1996.

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