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P439 TAF

1997 Yamaha XJ900

Red Petrol 891cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jul 2027
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

61,725 mi
Last recorded61,725 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2026
Typical for 1997 Yamaha XJ90032,472 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP439 TAF
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ900
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine891cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2026 61,725 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

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

Fail 14 Jul 2026 61,725 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Horn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 Jul 2025 55,275 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2024 55,244 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2024 55,244 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Feb 2023 55,210 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2021 55,018 miles

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

Pass 25 Nov 2020 54,503 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 16 May 2019 53,458 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 16 May 2019 53,455 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 May 2018 52,955 miles

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

Pass 12 May 2017 51,819 miles
Pass 17 May 2016 50,968 miles
Fail 5 May 2016 50,966 miles

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

Pass 8 May 2015 49,810 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 12 May 2014 49,232 miles
Pass 16 May 2013 48,419 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2012 48,162 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2011 47,858 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2010 46,453 miles

Upper Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 13 Apr 2010 46,453 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2009 29,644 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2008 22,785 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2007 21,260 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2006 19,869 miles

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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P439 TAF is a 1997 Yamaha XJ900 in Red with a 891cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 P439 TAF, 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 P439 TAF registered?

P439 TAF is a 1997 Yamaha XJ900, first registered on 20 May 1997.

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