CarVerify

Free Car Check

P148 AUA

1997 Yamaha XJ900

Red Petrol 892cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jul 2019
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

33,151 mi
Last recorded33,151 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2019
Typical for 1997 Yamaha XJ90032,472 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Yamaha
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £14.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationP148 AUA
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ900
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine892cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Fail 25 Jul 2019 33,151 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 10 Jul 2018 32,726 miles

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

front disc slight run out

Pass 31 May 2017 31,985 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2016 30,658 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2015 30,659 miles

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

Nearside Rear Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

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

back tyre has been run flat and uneven wear on outer tred.

Pass 27 May 2014 30,380 miles
Fail 24 May 2014 30,380 miles

Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Pass 14 Jun 2013 30,023 miles
Pass 15 May 2012 29,152 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2009 27,986 miles

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

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 2 Apr 2008 25,184 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2008 25,184 miles

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

Pass 7 Mar 2007 23,259 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2006 21,926 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
Full Yamaha XJ900 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

P148 AUA is a 1997 Yamaha XJ900 in Red with a 892cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 1997 Yamaha XJ900 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.5% with a typical mileage of 32,472 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 P148 AUA, 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 29 years old, this Yamaha XJ900 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of P148 AUA?

You can check the full history of P148 AUA by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was P148 AUA registered?

P148 AUA is a 1997 Yamaha XJ900, first registered on 10 June 1997.

Is P148 AUA safe to buy?

The MOT history for P148 AUA shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P148 AUA have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on P148 AUA. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.