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P903 BSB

1997 Yamaha XJ900

Green Petrol 892cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Aug 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

76,444 mi
Last recorded76,444 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2026
Typical for 1997 Yamaha XJ90032,472 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP903 BSB
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ900
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine892cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2026 76,444 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2025 76,240 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2024 75,833 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2023 75,608 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2022 75,532 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2021 75,462 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2020 75,433 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2019 75,325 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2018 75,145 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2017 74,942 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2016 74,255 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2015 73,027 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2014 70,761 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2013 65,274 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2012 59,071 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2011 55,080 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2010 46,972 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 4 Aug 2009 40,160 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2008 33,251 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 6 Aug 2007 31,072 miles

nail in rear tyre

rear tyre just legal

rear tyre flat

Fail 3 Aug 2006 30,461 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 3 Aug 2006 30,461 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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P903 BSB is a 1997 Yamaha XJ900 in Green with a 892cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 P903 BSB, 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 P903 BSB registered?

P903 BSB is a 1997 Yamaha XJ900, first registered on 1 July 1997.

Is P903 BSB safe to buy?

The MOT history for P903 BSB shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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