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P576 AUG

1997 Yamaha XJ900

Red Petrol 892cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Apr 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

67,822 mi
Last recorded67,822 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2026
Typical for 1997 Yamaha XJ90032,472 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP576 AUG
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ900
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine892cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2026 67,822 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2025 62,340 miles

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

Pass 21 Mar 2024 57,499 miles

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

Pass 15 Mar 2023 52,177 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2023 52,177 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 8 Apr 2022 49,714 miles

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

Pass 26 Mar 2021 46,406 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2020 43,057 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2020 43,057 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 6 Apr 2019 38,419 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2018 33,621 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2018 33,621 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 24 Mar 2017 29,096 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 23 Mar 2016 24,999 miles

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

Pass 20 Mar 2015 21,442 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2014 20,554 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2013 19,857 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2012 18,843 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2011 17,441 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2010 13,094 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2009 12,347 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2008 8,819 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2007 8,777 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2006 8,262 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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P576 AUG is a 1997 Yamaha XJ900 in Red with a 892cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 P576 AUG, 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 P576 AUG registered?

P576 AUG is a 1997 Yamaha XJ900, first registered on 1 July 1997.

Is P576 AUG safe to buy?

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