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P671 OBY

1997 Yamaha Xj

Black Petrol 598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Oct 2014
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

24,393 mi
Last recorded24,393 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2013
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Xj21,402 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Yamaha
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP671 OBY
MakeYamaha
ModelXj
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Oct 2013 24,393 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2012 24,303 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 22 Feb 2012 24,303 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2011 22,264 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2010 20,354 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2009 18,115 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2008 16,819 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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P671 OBY is a 1997 Yamaha Xj in Black with a 598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1997 Yamaha Xj models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.5% with a typical mileage of 21,402 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 P671 OBY, 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 29 years old, this Yamaha Xj is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was P671 OBY registered?

P671 OBY is a 1997 Yamaha Xj, first registered on 5 May 1997.

Is P671 OBY safe to buy?

The MOT history for P671 OBY shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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