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P949 AVK

1997 Yamaha XJ900

Red Petrol 892cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jul 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

29,406 mi
Last recorded29,406 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2026
Typical for 1997 Yamaha XJ90032,472 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP949 AVK
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ900
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine892cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2026 29,406 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2025 28,911 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2023 26,250 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2023 26,250 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 15 Jul 2022 22,335 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2021 20,182 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2020 20,040 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2019 19,027 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2018 18,340 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2017 17,952 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2016 17,377 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2015 16,380 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2014 15,241 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2012 13,880 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 25 Jun 2012 13,880 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 31 Oct 2009 13,219 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2008 10,197 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2006 9,950 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2006 9,950 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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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P949 AVK is a 1997 Yamaha XJ900 in Red with a 892cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 P949 AVK, 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 P949 AVK registered?

P949 AVK is a 1997 Yamaha XJ900, first registered on 26 March 1997.

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The MOT history for P949 AVK shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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