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P298 OTP

1997 Yamaha Xj

Blue Petrol 598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2014
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

22,715 mi
Last recorded22,715 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2013
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Xj21,402 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP298 OTP
MakeYamaha
ModelXj
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2013 22,715 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 9 Nov 2012 32,620 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2011 32,573 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2011 32,573 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i)) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Nov 2010 30,637 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2009 29,609 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2008 26,559 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2007 21,096 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2007 21,096 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i)) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Nov 2006 15,459 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2006 15,146 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2006 15,146 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 16 Jun 2005 14,780 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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P298 OTP is a 1997 Yamaha Xj in Blue with a 598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 P298 OTP, 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 P298 OTP registered?

P298 OTP is a 1997 Yamaha Xj, first registered on 17 June 1997.

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The MOT history for P298 OTP shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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