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N47 RDF

1996 Yamaha XJ900

Red Petrol 891cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 May 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

57,319 mi
Last recorded57,319 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2026
Typical for 1996 Yamaha XJ90035,210 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN47 RDF
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ900
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine891cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2026 57,319 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil fork seal (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 2 May 2025 57,115 miles

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

Pass 20 Feb 2024 56,899 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2023 56,185 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2022 55,733 miles

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

Pass 15 Feb 2021 54,069 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 30 May 2019 52,795 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2017 52,789 miles

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

Pass 26 Sep 2012 52,724 miles

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

Fail 18 Jun 2011 52,384 miles

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

Pass 18 Jun 2011 52,384 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2010 51,983 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Fail 4 Jun 2010 51,979 miles

Rear Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

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

Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Pass 15 Dec 2008 51,881 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2007 50,958 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2006 49,932 miles

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

Rear Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

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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N47 RDF is a 1996 Yamaha XJ900 in Red with a 891cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 N47 RDF, 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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What year was N47 RDF registered?

N47 RDF is a 1996 Yamaha XJ900, first registered on 3 April 1996.

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