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P904 MJW

1997 Yamaha XJ900

Red Petrol 891cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

1,889 mi
Last recorded1,889 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2025
Typical for 1997 Yamaha XJ90032,472 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP904 MJW
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ900
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine891cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2025 1,889 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Jun 2024 1,852 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2018 29,525 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2016 29,142 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2014 28,896 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2012 28,392 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2011 27,791 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2010 26,485 miles

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

Fail 8 Jul 2010 26,485 miles

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

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

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Fail 10 Jul 2009 25,975 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 10 Jul 2009 25,975 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2008 24,592 miles
Pass 5 May 2006 22,881 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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P904 MJW is a 1997 Yamaha XJ900 in Red with a 891cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 P904 MJW, 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 P904 MJW registered?

P904 MJW is a 1997 Yamaha XJ900, first registered on 31 December 1997.

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The MOT history for P904 MJW shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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