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P299 KTR

1996 Yamaha Xj

Black Petrol 598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2026
Tests26 (18 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

51,719 mi
Last recorded51,719 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2025
Typical for 1996 Yamaha Xj29,254 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP299 KTR
MakeYamaha
ModelXj
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc

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MOT History

18 pass 8 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2025 51,719 miles
Pass 28 May 2024 42,740 miles
Fail 28 May 2024 42,740 miles

Rear Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 14 Jun 2023 35,044 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 12 Nov 2021 34,314 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 19 Nov 2020 34,309 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2020 34,309 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake cylinder excessively weakened by corrosion Rear brake binding. (1.1.16 (d) (i))

Pass 5 Jun 2019 33,432 miles
Fail 29 May 2019 33,432 miles

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

Pass 22 May 2018 31,328 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2017 30,232 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 6 Jun 2017 30,230 miles

Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 21 Mar 2015 29,976 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2014 29,864 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2014 29,864 miles

Stop lamp does not emit a steady light (1.3.1b)

Pass 28 Mar 2013 29,654 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

oil leak from front of engine.

Pass 12 Mar 2012 29,078 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 31 Jan 2011 28,244 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2010 27,609 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2009 25,110 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2009 25,110 miles

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

Pass 22 Jan 2008 23,190 miles

Oil leak

Fail 19 Jan 2008 23,190 miles

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Oil leak

Pass 19 Feb 2007 20,994 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2006 17,380 miles

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 13 Feb 2006 17,380 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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P299 KTR is a 1996 Yamaha Xj in Black with a 598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 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 P299 KTR, 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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P299 KTR is a 1996 Yamaha Xj, first registered on 1 November 1996.

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