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P900 REG

1997 Yamaha XJ900

Green Petrol 892cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

68,634 mi
Last recorded68,634 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2025
Typical for 1997 Yamaha XJ90032,472 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP900 REG
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ900
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine892cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2025 68,634 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit R/H Side Front Disc Pads Close To Minimum Limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 24 Jul 2025 68,624 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 10 Jul 2024 68,377 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 29 Jul 2023 67,912 miles

Clutch lever hits screen on right lock

Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect Front suspension a bit soft (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 22 Jul 2023 67,908 miles

Offside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.12 (a))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Clutch lever hits screen on right lock

Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect Front suspension a bit soft (5.3.2 (b))

Grease on offside of front tyre

Offside Front Direction indicator not working Wire disconnected - repaired (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Apr 2016 58,690 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2015 49,663 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2013 39,182 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 4 Dec 2012 28,714 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2011 20,614 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Nov 2010 20,614 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2009 10,065 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2008 6,520 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2007 6,482 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2006 6,449 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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P900 REG is a 1997 Yamaha XJ900 in Green 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 P900 REG, 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 P900 REG registered?

P900 REG is a 1997 Yamaha XJ900, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P900 REG safe to buy?

The MOT history for P900 REG shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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