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P602 UWW

1997 Yamaha XJ900

Green Petrol 891cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Aug 2027
Tests27 (21 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

47,626 mi
Last recorded47,626 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2026
Typical for 1997 Yamaha XJ90032,472 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP602 UWW
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ900
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine891cc

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MOT History

21 pass 6 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2026 47,626 miles

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

Pass 15 Aug 2025 47,401 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2025 47,391 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Tyre has ply or cord exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 27 Jul 2024 47,209 miles

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

Pass 25 Jul 2023 47,056 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2023 47,053 miles

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

Pass 13 Jul 2022 46,686 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2021 46,520 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2020 46,268 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2020 46,264 miles

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

Pass 24 Aug 2019 45,856 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2018 45,023 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2017 43,476 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2017 43,415 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 25 Aug 2016 42,213 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2016 42,213 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 20 Jun 2015 39,829 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 20 Jun 2014 37,460 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2013 34,848 miles

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

Pass 29 Jun 2012 33,306 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2011 32,758 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 7 Jul 2011 32,758 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2010 30,914 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2009 29,490 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2008 28,049 miles

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

Pass 23 May 2007 26,233 miles
Pass 12 May 2006 24,514 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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P602 UWW is a 1997 Yamaha XJ900 in Green with a 891cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 P602 UWW, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P602 UWW registered?

P602 UWW is a 1997 Yamaha XJ900, first registered on 22 January 1997.

Is P602 UWW safe to buy?

The MOT history for P602 UWW shows 27 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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