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P495 SGO

1997 Yamaha XJ900

Green Petrol 892cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jun 2019
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

83,245 mi
Last recorded83,245 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2018
Typical for 1997 Yamaha XJ90032,472 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP495 SGO
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ900
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine892cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2018 83,245 miles

Front Forks Stiff

Shock Stiff

Suspension ball joint worn, but not excessively (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 6 Jun 2018 83,245 miles

Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Handlebar fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock (2.1.4 (b))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Forks Stiff

Shock Stiff

Suspension ball joint worn, but not excessively (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jun 2017 67,789 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Fail 19 Jun 2017 67,789 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

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

Pass 8 Jun 2016 50,885 miles

Front Oil leak oil cooler ferrel corroded ()

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit n/s/f/outer pad low (3.2.A1f(i))

Nearside Front Clutch lever incorrectly positioned. (6.2.1g)

Nearside Rear foot rest stuck in up position

Offside Front very slightly slow on return

Fail 12 Jun 2015 45,116 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Offside Brake linkage clevis joint slightly worn (3.2.A1d)

Pass 12 Jun 2015 45,116 miles

Offside Brake linkage clevis joint slightly worn (3.2.A1d)

Pass 21 Jun 2014 36,847 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 36,369 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2009 36,191 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2008 34,293 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 21 Jun 2006 33,023 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2006 33,023 miles

Centre Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Centre Front Upper Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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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P495 SGO is a 1997 Yamaha XJ900 in Green with a 892cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 P495 SGO, 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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P495 SGO is a 1997 Yamaha XJ900, first registered on 28 February 1997.

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