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P789 SGK

1997 Yamaha XJ900

Green Petrol 891cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jun 2027
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

35,622 mi
Last recorded35,622 miles
Recorded on20 May 2026
Typical for 1997 Yamaha XJ90032,472 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP789 SGK
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ900
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine891cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 20 May 2026 35,622 miles
Pass 14 May 2025 35,533 miles
Pass 8 May 2024 35,438 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2023 35,395 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2021 35,266 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2020 35,098 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2019 34,430 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2018 32,465 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2017 30,409 miles
Pass 17 May 2016 30,260 miles
Pass 5 May 2015 30,002 miles
Pass 15 May 2014 29,852 miles
Pass 8 May 2013 29,722 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 29,482 miles
Pass 18 May 2011 29,415 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2010 29,106 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

sometimes indicators flash faster down pipes starting to rot

Pass 12 May 2009 28,468 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 7 May 2008 27,889 miles
Pass 18 May 2007 27,424 miles
Pass 25 May 2006 27,001 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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P789 SGK is a 1997 Yamaha XJ900 in Green with a 891cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 P789 SGK, 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 P789 SGK registered?

P789 SGK is a 1997 Yamaha XJ900, first registered on 11 April 1997.

Is P789 SGK safe to buy?

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