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N471 FKU

1996 Yamaha XJ900

Green Petrol 891cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Apr 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

46,762 mi
Last recorded46,762 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2026
Typical for 1996 Yamaha XJ90035,210 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN471 FKU
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ900
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine891cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2026 46,762 miles

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

Pass 22 Apr 2025 45,377 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2024 44,338 miles

Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 31 Jan 2023 42,471 miles

Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 28 Aug 2021 39,751 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2020 36,312 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 22 Jul 2019 34,232 miles

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

Pass 2 Jun 2018 28,099 miles

Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 24 May 2017 24,675 miles

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

Fail 19 May 2017 24,669 miles

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Pass 13 May 2016 22,660 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2013 22,513 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2012 22,141 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2011 20,313 miles

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

Pass 9 Feb 2010 19,694 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2009 18,012 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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N471 FKU is a 1996 Yamaha XJ900 in Green with a 891cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 N471 FKU, 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 N471 FKU registered?

N471 FKU is a 1996 Yamaha XJ900, first registered on 1 April 1996.

Is N471 FKU safe to buy?

The MOT history for N471 FKU shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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