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P748 VGN

1997 Yamaha XJ900

Green Petrol 892cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2012
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

48,467 mi
Last recorded48,467 miles
Recorded on19 Oct 2011
Typical for 1997 Yamaha XJ90032,472 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP748 VGN
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ900
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine892cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Oct 2011 48,467 miles

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

Pass 1 Nov 2010 45,855 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2009 40,380 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2008 36,120 miles

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

Pass 26 Nov 2007 29,426 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2007 29,426 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) has excessive run out (3.2.A1m)

Pass 25 Nov 2006 22,091 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2006 22,091 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Nearside Front Front suspension assembly component excessively bent (2.3.1)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Front Front suspension assembly component excessively bent (2.3.1)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

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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P748 VGN is a 1997 Yamaha XJ900 in Green with a 892cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 P748 VGN, 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 P748 VGN registered?

P748 VGN is a 1997 Yamaha XJ900, first registered on 7 May 1997.

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