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P304 MKH

1996 Yamaha Xj

Blue Petrol 598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jul 2025
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

28,520 mi
Last recorded28,520 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2024
Typical for 1996 Yamaha Xj29,254 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP304 MKH
MakeYamaha
ModelXj
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2024 28,520 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2023 28,335 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2022 28,287 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2021 28,254 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 31 Jul 2020 28,072 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2019 27,588 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2018 27,187 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2017 26,753 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2016 26,145 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 25,452 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2014 2,450 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2013 23,440 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2012 22,516 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2012 22,516 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 13 Apr 2011 21,452 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2011 21,452 miles

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

Pass 27 Apr 2010 20,604 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2009 20,221 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2008 19,269 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2006 17,115 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2005 14,572 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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P304 MKH is a 1996 Yamaha Xj in Blue with a 598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 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 P304 MKH, 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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What year was P304 MKH registered?

P304 MKH is a 1996 Yamaha Xj, first registered on 1 August 1996.

Is P304 MKH safe to buy?

The MOT history for P304 MKH shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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