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P768 SYE

1997 Yamaha XJ900

Green Petrol 892cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jan 2024
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

52,061 mi
Last recorded52,061 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2023
Typical for 1997 Yamaha XJ90032,472 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP768 SYE
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ900
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine892cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2023 52,061 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 10 Jan 2022 49,148 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2021 44,551 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2019 39,864 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2018 33,478 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

slight pitting of front forks

Pass 7 Jul 2017 25,624 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2016 16,313 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 30 Jun 2016 16,313 miles

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 15 Jul 2015 6,837 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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P768 SYE is a 1997 Yamaha XJ900 in Green with a 892cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 P768 SYE, 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 P768 SYE registered?

P768 SYE is a 1997 Yamaha XJ900, first registered on 14 April 1997.

Is P768 SYE safe to buy?

The MOT history for P768 SYE shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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