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P548 GDC

1997 Yamaha XJ900

White Petrol 891cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jul 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

60,374 mi
Last recorded60,374 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2026
Typical for 1997 Yamaha XJ90032,472 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP548 GDC
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ900
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine891cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2026 60,374 miles

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

Pass 16 May 2025 57,997 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2024 55,895 miles

Slight roughness in front wheel bearing

Pass 28 Jun 2023 55,279 miles

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

Pass 5 Apr 2022 55,153 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2022 55,152 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

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

Pass 30 Jul 2019 54,644 miles

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

Pass 11 Jul 2018 54,462 miles

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

Pass 13 Jun 2017 54,157 miles

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

Pass 24 May 2016 52,755 miles
Pass 15 May 2015 50,723 miles
Pass 22 May 2014 48,473 miles
Pass 17 May 2013 46,014 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 45,231 miles
Pass 25 May 2011 43,028 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2010 39,698 miles
Pass 18 May 2009 37,385 miles
Fail 22 May 2008 35,598 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Pass 22 May 2008 35,598 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Pass 15 May 2007 34,204 miles
Pass 22 May 2006 31,060 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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P548 GDC is a 1997 Yamaha XJ900 in White with a 891cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 P548 GDC, 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 P548 GDC registered?

P548 GDC is a 1997 Yamaha XJ900, first registered on 3 February 1997.

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