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P389 GSL

1996 Yamaha Xj

Red Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Apr 2027
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

32,366 mi
Last recorded32,366 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2026
Typical for 1996 Yamaha Xj29,254 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP389 GSL
MakeYamaha
ModelXj
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2026 32,366 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2018 32,335 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2018 32,334 miles

Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Wheel bearing play so excessive that directional control is impaired (5.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

centre stand spring weak , centre stand excessively loose.

Pass 25 Aug 2017 29,254 miles

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

Pass 25 Aug 2017 29,254 miles

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

Pass 26 Aug 2016 26,271 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2015 24,566 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2014 23,611 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 20 Sep 2013 20,121 miles

slight bind front wheel NEW pads fiitted (bed in)

Pass 10 May 2010 18,126 miles
Fail 7 May 2010 18,109 miles

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

Pass 12 May 2009 17,202 miles
Fail 11 May 2009 17,202 miles

Rear Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 20 Jun 2008 16,249 miles

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

Pass 20 Jun 2007 14,209 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 29 May 2006 10,990 miles
Fail 29 May 2006 10,990 miles

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

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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P389 GSL is a 1996 Yamaha Xj in Red with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 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 P389 GSL, 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 P389 GSL registered?

P389 GSL is a 1996 Yamaha Xj, first registered on 21 October 1996.

Is P389 GSL safe to buy?

The MOT history for P389 GSL shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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