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P387 KYD

1997 Yamaha XJ900

Red Petrol 892cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Mar 2020
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

41,943 mi
Last recorded41,943 miles
Recorded on22 Mar 2019
Typical for 1997 Yamaha XJ90032,472 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP387 KYD
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ900
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine892cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Mar 2019 41,943 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2019 41,943 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Mar 2018 38,547 miles

gear change clamp bolt missing

Fail 12 Mar 2018 38,547 miles

Offside Rear Brake reaction bracket insecure split pin missing x2 (3.2.A1j)

gear change clamp bolt missing

Pass 23 Jun 2014 38,176 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Pass 25 Sep 2012 37,745 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2012 37,745 miles

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

Pass 5 Sep 2011 37,005 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2011 37,005 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Aug 2010 36,704 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2010 36,704 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 6 Aug 2009 35,575 miles

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

Pass 9 Aug 2008 34,973 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2007 34,614 miles

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

Pass 10 Jun 2006 34,609 miles

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

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

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

How Reliable is the Yamaha XJ900?

Based on 45,127 MOT tests across 4,133 vehicles.

83.8%
Pass Rate
1,020
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
4,133
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 727
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 569
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 485
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 425
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 242
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P387 KYD is a 1997 Yamaha XJ900 in Red with a 892cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1997 Yamaha XJ900 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.5% with a typical mileage of 32,472 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 XJ900 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 727 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P387 KYD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha XJ900 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 29 years old, this Yamaha XJ900 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was P387 KYD registered?

P387 KYD is a 1997 Yamaha XJ900, first registered on 6 March 1997.

Is P387 KYD safe to buy?

The MOT history for P387 KYD shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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