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P54 DRS

1997 Yamaha XJ900

Green Petrol 891cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2024
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

37,698 mi
Last recorded37,698 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2023
Typical for 1997 Yamaha XJ90032,472 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP54 DRS
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ900
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine891cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2023 37,698 miles

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced swinging arm (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 7 Feb 2022 37,577 miles

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened swing arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 1 Feb 2022 37,536 miles

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

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened swing arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Jan 2021 37,516 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2021 35,156 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Stop lamp not working control 2. (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 4 Jul 2019 35,478 miles

Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 2 Jul 2018 32,445 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2017 29,000 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2014 28,413 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2012 27,546 miles

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

Pass 17 Jun 2011 27,333 miles

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

Pass 9 Feb 2010 26,440 miles

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

Pass 10 Jan 2009 25,357 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2007 23,360 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2006 21,460 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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P54 DRS is a 1997 Yamaha XJ900 in Green with a 891cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 P54 DRS, 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 P54 DRS registered?

P54 DRS is a 1997 Yamaha XJ900, first registered on 1 February 1997.

Is P54 DRS safe to buy?

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