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OYV 798Y

1983 Yamaha XJ900

Multi-colour Petrol 853cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2017
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

57,793 mi
Last recorded57,793 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2016
Typical for 1983 Yamaha XJ90044,597 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOYV 798Y
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ900
Year1983
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine853cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2016 57,793 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2015 56,875 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2014 54,901 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2013 49,480 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (9.2.2a)

Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

steering system slightly notchy

Fail 26 Jun 2013 49,433 miles

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (9.3.1f)

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve movement (3.3.A.5)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Trikes, quads or pre-68 vehicles, service brake efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (9.2.2a)

Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

steering system slightly notchy

Pass 23 May 2012 49,382 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (9.2.2a)

Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

slight notch in head bearings

Fail 22 Jun 2011 49,017 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

No rear mudguards fitted

Rear Panhard rod attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (9.2.2a)

Pass 22 Jun 2011 49,017 miles

No rear mudguards fitted

Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (9.2.2a)

Fail 9 Sep 2010 49,017 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)

Nearside Rear Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Steering control restriction of the free movement of the steering (9.2.2a)

Centre Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

No rear mudguards

Offside Front Direction indicator deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Pass 28 May 2008 48,296 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2006 47,959 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2005 44,435 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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OYV 798Y is a 1983 Yamaha XJ900 in Multi-colour with a 853cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1983 Yamaha XJ900 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.0% with a typical mileage of 44,597 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 OYV 798Y, 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 43 years old, this Yamaha XJ900 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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OYV 798Y is a 1983 Yamaha XJ900, first registered on 8 April 1983.

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