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P889 XHO

1997 Yamaha XJ900

Green Petrol 892cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Aug 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

71,155 mi
Last recorded71,155 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2026
Typical for 1997 Yamaha XJ90032,472 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP889 XHO
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ900
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine892cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2026 71,155 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2025 68,319 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2024 64,491 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2023 62,690 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2022 60,257 miles

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

Pass 9 Aug 2021 57,569 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2020 54,365 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2019 50,743 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2018 45,377 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2018 45,377 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 20 Jul 2017 39,680 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2016 33,987 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2015 29,070 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2014 21,188 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2013 16,526 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2011 15,105 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2010 10,343 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2008 15,012 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2006 13,639 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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P889 XHO is a 1997 Yamaha XJ900 in Green with a 892cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 P889 XHO, 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 P889 XHO registered?

P889 XHO is a 1997 Yamaha XJ900, first registered on 23 April 1997.

Is P889 XHO safe to buy?

The MOT history for P889 XHO shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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