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P129 AWN

1996 Yamaha Xj

Red Petrol 598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Apr 2025
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

52,061 mi
Last recorded52,061 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2024
Typical for 1996 Yamaha Xj29,254 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP129 AWN
MakeYamaha
ModelXj
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2024 52,061 miles

adv corrosion on frame and food begs rear.secure at time of test

Fail 12 Apr 2024 52,061 miles

Nearside Front Clutch lever shortened so it cannot be readily operated (6.2.7 (b))

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

adv corrosion on frame and food begs rear.secure at time of test

Pass 24 Sep 2021 50,293 miles

Offside Rear Inner Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Swinging arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Sep 2020 49,471 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2019 48,909 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2018 47,253 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 13 Sep 2017 44,387 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2016 42,500 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2015 39,958 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2014 37,882 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2013 35,144 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Jul 2012 33,594 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2012 3,359 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

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

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 7 Jul 2011 31,785 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 15 Jul 2010 29,111 miles

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 10 Jul 2009 27,109 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2008 22,779 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2006 19,882 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

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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P129 AWN is a 1996 Yamaha Xj in Red with a 598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 P129 AWN, 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 P129 AWN registered?

P129 AWN is a 1996 Yamaha Xj, first registered on 23 August 1996.

Is P129 AWN safe to buy?

The MOT history for P129 AWN shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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