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P794 LKP

1997 Yamaha XJ900

Red Petrol 891cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Aug 2027
Tests25 (22 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate88%

Mileage

47,611 mi
Last recorded47,611 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2026
Typical for 1997 Yamaha XJ90032,472 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP794 LKP
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ900
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine891cc

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MOT History

22 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2026 47,611 miles

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Swing arm (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 9 Aug 2025 46,737 miles

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

Pass 24 Aug 2024 45,346 miles

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

Pass 26 Aug 2023 43,200 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2023 43,158 miles

Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Aug 2022 41,127 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2021 40,134 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2020 39,446 miles

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

Pass 15 Jun 2019 37,298 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2018 35,984 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2017 33,493 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2016 31,416 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2015 30,128 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2014 28,479 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2013 27,940 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 14 Jan 2012 27,505 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2011 24,185 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2010 19,748 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2008 18,288 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2008 17,195 miles

Rear Brake component worn but not seriously reduced in strength (3.2.A1)

Pass 8 Mar 2007 16,290 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2007

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 14 Mar 2006 14,995 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2006 14,995 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2006 14,995 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Headlamp main beam flickers when tapped lightly by hand (1.2.2c)

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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P794 LKP is a 1997 Yamaha XJ900 in Red with a 891cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88%.

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 P794 LKP, 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 P794 LKP registered?

P794 LKP is a 1997 Yamaha XJ900, first registered on 4 April 1997.

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