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P339 JHN

1997 Yamaha Xj

Green Petrol 892cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 May 2023
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

21,235 mi
Last recorded21,235 miles
Recorded on5 May 2022
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Xj21,402 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP339 JHN
MakeYamaha
ModelXj
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine892cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 May 2022 21,235 miles
Pass 6 May 2021 21,215 miles
Pass 8 May 2020 21,177 miles
Pass 7 May 2019 20,993 miles
Pass 10 May 2018 20,603 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2017 20,489 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2016 20,361 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2016 20,361 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 28 Apr 2015 19,673 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2014 19,558 miles

Lower Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 2 May 2013 19,228 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2012 16,648 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2011 16,409 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2010 15,744 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2009 15,093 miles

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

Pass 25 Mar 2008 14,290 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2007 13,101 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2007 13,079 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

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

Pass 3 Apr 2006 12,301 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2006 12,301 miles

Centre Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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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P339 JHN is a 1997 Yamaha Xj in Green with a 892cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 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 P339 JHN, 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 P339 JHN registered?

P339 JHN is a 1997 Yamaha Xj, first registered on 18 April 1997.

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