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N434 TLJ

1996 Yamaha XJ900

Red Petrol 892cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jul 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

51,435 mi
Last recorded51,435 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2018
Typical for 1996 Yamaha XJ90035,210 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN434 TLJ
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ900
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine892cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2018 51,435 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2017 50,591 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated perishing (3.2.B3b)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion both (2.3.3)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Pass 19 Dec 2015 47,545 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2015 44,986 miles

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

Pass 3 Aug 2013 37,972 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2012 37,170 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 26 Aug 2011 36,333 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 13 Aug 2010 35,084 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Fail 13 Aug 2010 35,084 miles

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

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 14 Aug 2009 32,983 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2008 25,608 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2007 19,688 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2006 18,452 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2005 16,939 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2005 16,934 miles

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

Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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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N434 TLJ is a 1996 Yamaha XJ900 in Red with a 892cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 N434 TLJ, 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 N434 TLJ registered?

N434 TLJ is a 1996 Yamaha XJ900, first registered on 1 April 1996.

Is N434 TLJ safe to buy?

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