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P542 APJ

1996 Yamaha Xj

Black Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Mar 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

24,968 mi
Last recorded24,968 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2026
Typical for 1996 Yamaha Xj29,254 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP542 APJ
MakeYamaha
ModelXj
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2026 24,968 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2025 24,630 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2024 24,155 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Mar 2023 23,127 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2022 22,863 miles

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

Pass 10 Mar 2021 22,434 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Pass 27 Jun 2019 20,990 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2018 16,892 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Jun 2017 16,708 miles

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

Pass 28 Jun 2016 16,472 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2015 15,905 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2014 15,365 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2013 14,853 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2013 14,853 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Pass 6 Jul 2012 14,515 miles

Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 6 Jul 2012 14,515 miles

Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 4 Jun 2009 14,546 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2009 14,546 miles

Chain guard insecure (6.2.1c)

Pass 25 Aug 2007 14,523 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2006 14,513 miles

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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P542 APJ is a 1996 Yamaha Xj in Black with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 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 P542 APJ, 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 P542 APJ registered?

P542 APJ is a 1996 Yamaha Xj, first registered on 14 August 1996.

Is P542 APJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for P542 APJ shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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