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P307 WFC

1996 Yamaha Xj

Black Petrol 598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Mar 2020
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

25,504 mi
Last recorded25,504 miles
Recorded on22 Mar 2019
Typical for 1996 Yamaha Xj29,254 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP307 WFC
MakeYamaha
ModelXj
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Mar 2019 25,504 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 22 Mar 2019 25,504 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 14 Mar 2017 25,345 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2015 25,119 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 31 Oct 2014 24,267 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 15 Apr 2014 23,637 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2012 23,454 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 3 Dec 2011 22,930 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 29 Jun 2010 21,032 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2009 15,643 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 15 Jul 2008 14,588 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 21 Mar 2006 14,432 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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P307 WFC is a 1996 Yamaha Xj in Black with a 598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 P307 WFC, 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 P307 WFC registered?

P307 WFC is a 1996 Yamaha Xj, first registered on 12 August 1996.

Is P307 WFC safe to buy?

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