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N461 YOL

1996 Yamaha Xj

Black Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Nov 2022
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

58,792 mi
Last recorded58,792 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2021
Typical for 1996 Yamaha Xj29,254 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN461 YOL
MakeYamaha
ModelXj
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2021 58,792 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 29 Oct 2021 58,774 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 27 Oct 2020 55,606 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Footrest slightly loose (6.2.12 (a))

Pass 22 Oct 2019 50,943 miles

Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Oct 2018 43,177 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Footrest slightly loose (6.2.12 (a))

Offside Switch gear loose.

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Oct 2017 36,731 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Nearside Front Foot rest slightly bent but still useable

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

number plate slight delamination but still clearly readable.

Pass 17 Oct 2016 29,925 miles

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

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

L/H Riders footrest is bent but still useable.

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 29 Sep 2015 24,631 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

l/h riders footrest bent but still useable.

Pass 23 Oct 2014 19,475 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2013 14,229 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2012 95,585 miles

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

Fail 23 Oct 2012 9,515 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Pass 27 Oct 2011 4,938 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Pass 11 Oct 2010 97,348 miles

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

Pass 26 Oct 2009 89,879 miles

Centre stand pivot points worn.

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

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 28 Oct 2008 82,395 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Pass 29 Oct 2007 73,341 miles

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

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Front brake caliper bracket slightly rubbing on brake disc.

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

Pass 16 Oct 2006 64,050 miles

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

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

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

Pass 25 Oct 2005 54,036 miles

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

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

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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N461 YOL is a 1996 Yamaha Xj in Black with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 N461 YOL, 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 N461 YOL registered?

N461 YOL is a 1996 Yamaha Xj, first registered on 13 April 1996.

Is N461 YOL safe to buy?

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