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P867 VHO

1997 Yamaha XJ900

Green Petrol 892cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2026
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

50,931 mi
Last recorded50,931 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2025
Typical for 1997 Yamaha XJ90032,472 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP867 VHO
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ900
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine892cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2025 50,931 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2024 50,708 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2023 50,282 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2022 48,493 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front brake fluid level on minimum

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

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 15 Sep 2021 48,482 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear All position lamps not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 25 Jun 2021 48,474 miles

Front Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Pass 19 Mar 2019 47,682 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 19 Mar 2019 47,682 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii))

Pass 3 Apr 2018 47,043 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2017 46,150 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2015 45,147 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2015 45,147 miles

Centre Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 16 Aug 2014 43,427 miles

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

Pass 12 Jul 2013 39,382 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2013 39,382 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Fail 28 Jul 2012 35,123 miles

Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

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

Slightly sticking front brake

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 28 Jul 2012 35,123 miles

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

Slightly sticking front brake

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 8 Aug 2011 34,669 miles
Pass 6 May 2010 31,165 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2009 22,767 miles
Pass 6 May 2008 18,751 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2007 1,591 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2006 13,621 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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P867 VHO is a 1997 Yamaha XJ900 in Green with a 892cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 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 P867 VHO, 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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P867 VHO is a 1997 Yamaha XJ900, first registered on 1 March 1997.

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