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P291 UAE

1997 Yamaha Xj

Maroon Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Feb 2027
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

35,361 mi
Last recorded35,361 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2026
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Xj21,402 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP291 UAE
MakeYamaha
ModelXj
Year1997
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 27 Feb 2026 35,361 miles

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 20 Feb 2025 34,790 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2023 33,972 miles

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

Front tyre worn uneven and perished

Pass 4 Jul 2022 33,547 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 25 Jun 2021 32,290 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2020 30,304 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2019 27,782 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2018 26,673 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2017 26,302 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2016 25,656 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2015 24,792 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2014 23,500 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2013 22,725 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2012 22,040 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2011 21,507 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2010 20,828 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2009 20,234 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 28 Mar 2008 19,902 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2007 19,788 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2006 19,493 miles

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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P291 UAE is a 1997 Yamaha Xj in Maroon with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Yamaha Xj models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.5% with a typical mileage of 21,402 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 P291 UAE, 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 29 years old, this Yamaha Xj is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was P291 UAE registered?

P291 UAE is a 1997 Yamaha Xj, first registered on 15 February 1997.

Is P291 UAE safe to buy?

The MOT history for P291 UAE shows 20 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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