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P316 XGJ

1997 Yamaha Xj

Blue Petrol 598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Apr 2027
Tests27 (21 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

25,316 mi
Last recorded25,316 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2026
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Xj21,402 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP316 XGJ
MakeYamaha
ModelXj
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc

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MOT History

21 pass 6 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2026 25,316 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2025 23,758 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2025 23,758 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 14 Mar 2024 23,663 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2023 23,573 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2022 23,402 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2021 23,312 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2020 37,085 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases minor leak at cylinder head. (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 19 Mar 2019 36,798 miles

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

Pass 13 Mar 2018 36,145 miles

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

Pass 15 Mar 2017 35,246 miles

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

Pass 5 Apr 2016 34,337 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2015 33,911 miles

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

Pass 9 Jun 2014 33,348 miles

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

Fail 6 Jun 2014 33,348 miles

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

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

Pass 8 Jun 2013 32,652 miles

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

Pass 12 Jun 2012 31,619 miles

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

Fail 12 Jun 2012 31,619 miles

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

Rear reflector on sidecar missing (1.4.1)

Pass 7 Jun 2011 30,169 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2010 28,803 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2010 28,803 miles

Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 2 Jun 2009 25,454 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2008 22,418 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2007 20,742 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2007 20,699 miles

Centre Front Upper Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Pass 13 Oct 2006 19,774 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2006 19,745 miles

Nearside Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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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P316 XGJ is a 1997 Yamaha Xj in Blue with a 598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 P316 XGJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P316 XGJ registered?

P316 XGJ is a 1997 Yamaha Xj, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P316 XGJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for P316 XGJ shows 27 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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