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P862 OBY

1997 Yamaha XJ900

Red Petrol 892cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Mar 2020
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

49,521 mi
Last recorded49,521 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2019
Typical for 1997 Yamaha XJ90032,472 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP862 OBY
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ900
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine892cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2019 49,521 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

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

Pass 23 Feb 2017 45,074 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2016 44,846 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Mar 2015 43,815 miles

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

front sidelight not working

Pass 5 Mar 2014 38,464 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2014 38,464 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 3 May 2013 39,077 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 11 Apr 2012 37,244 miles

swinging arm corroded

Pass 6 May 2011 35,409 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Pass 22 Apr 2010 33,992 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2009 29,966 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Pass 23 Apr 2009 29,966 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2008 23,771 miles

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

Pass 24 Apr 2007 14,712 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 26 Aug 2006 13,097 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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P862 OBY is a 1997 Yamaha XJ900 in Red with a 892cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 P862 OBY, 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 P862 OBY registered?

P862 OBY is a 1997 Yamaha XJ900, first registered on 1 June 1997.

Is P862 OBY safe to buy?

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