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P194 VUY

1997 Yamaha XJ900

Red Petrol 891cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Nov 2025
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

3,411 mi
Last recorded3,411 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2024
Typical for 1997 Yamaha XJ90032,472 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP194 VUY
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ900
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine891cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2024 3,411 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2023 3,396 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2022 3,252 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2021 3,109 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2019 2,890 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2010 2,860 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2009 2,838 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2008 2,833 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2007 2,789 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2006 2,620 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2006 2,620 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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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P194 VUY is a 1997 Yamaha XJ900 in Red with a 891cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 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 P194 VUY, 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 P194 VUY?

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What year was P194 VUY registered?

P194 VUY is a 1997 Yamaha XJ900, first registered on 1 April 1997.

Is P194 VUY safe to buy?

The MOT history for P194 VUY shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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