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P970 DBB

1997 Yamaha Xj

Red Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2018
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

14,087 mi
Last recorded14,087 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2017
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Xj21,402 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Yamaha
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP970 DBB
MakeYamaha
ModelXj
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2017 14,087 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2017 14,087 miles

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 17 Sep 2016 13,741 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2016 13,739 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 15 Jun 2007 13,675 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2006 13,657 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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P970 DBB is a 1997 Yamaha Xj in Red with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 P970 DBB, 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 P970 DBB registered?

P970 DBB is a 1997 Yamaha Xj, first registered on 3 July 1997.

Is P970 DBB safe to buy?

The MOT history for P970 DBB shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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