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P905 JVN

1997 Yamaha Xj

Black Petrol 598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2025
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

18,658 mi
Last recorded18,658 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2024
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Xj21,402 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP905 JVN
MakeYamaha
ModelXj
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2024 18,658 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2024 18,656 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 10 Nov 2023 18,623 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 10 Nov 2023 18,623 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Nov 2022 18,531 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2022 18,531 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 16 May 2015 18,511 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2012 18,225 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2011 17,056 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2010 16,389 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2009 14,998 miles

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 10 Apr 2009 14,998 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2008 14,275 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2006 13,351 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha Xj?

Based on 8,530 MOT tests across 1,095 vehicles.

85.4%
Pass Rate
965
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
1,095
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 85
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 64
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 48
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 31
reflector on motorcycle missing 28
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P905 JVN is a 1997 Yamaha Xj in Black with a 598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1997 Yamaha Xj models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.5% with a typical mileage of 21,402 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 Xj fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 85 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P905 JVN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Xj typically stays on UK roads for around 44 years. At 29 years old, this Yamaha Xj is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was P905 JVN registered?

P905 JVN is a 1997 Yamaha Xj, first registered on 20 June 1997.

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