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P772 MRV

1997 Yamaha XJ900

Red Petrol 892cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Sep 2027
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

36,829 mi
Last recorded36,829 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2026
Typical for 1997 Yamaha XJ90032,472 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP772 MRV
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ900
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine892cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2026 36,829 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2026 36,829 miles

All direction indicators not working Fuse blown. (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Horn not working Fuse blown. (7.7 (a))

Pass 5 Sep 2025 35,406 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2025 35,406 miles

All direction indicators not working all indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 5 Sep 2024 34,942 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2023 34,311 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2022 33,956 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2021 33,338 miles

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 9 Sep 2020 32,863 miles

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

Pass 28 Jul 2016 30,016 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2016 30,016 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Fail 12 Feb 2016 29,998 miles

Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Jul 2010 25,393 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 29 Apr 2009 19,938 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2008 18,226 miles
Pass 8 May 2007 17,428 miles
Pass 9 May 2006 16,056 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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P772 MRV is a 1997 Yamaha XJ900 in Red with a 892cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 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 P772 MRV, 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 P772 MRV registered?

P772 MRV is a 1997 Yamaha XJ900, first registered on 24 April 1997.

Is P772 MRV safe to buy?

The MOT history for P772 MRV shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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