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P984 HBG

1996 Yamaha Xj

Black Petrol 598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Apr 2027
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

31,850 mi
Last recorded31,850 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2026
Typical for 1996 Yamaha Xj29,254 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP984 HBG
MakeYamaha
ModelXj
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2026 31,850 miles

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

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Footrest slightly loose (6.2.12 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 30 Mar 2026 31,815 miles

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

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

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Footrest slightly loose (6.2.12 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 9 Apr 2025 30,443 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

front wheel when spun slight noise , could be start of wheel bearing noise!!!

rear brake caliper one bleed nipple broken off not leaking at time of testing

Fail 5 Apr 2025 30,443 miles

Rear Outer Tyre has ply or cord exposed sidewall cracked showing inner cords 130/70/18 avon (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

front wheel when spun slight noise , could be start of wheel bearing noise!!!

Pass 2 Jul 2022 30,357 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort floor test (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort floor test (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 4 Jul 2013 30,123 miles

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

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 25 May 2011 29,840 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2009 29,704 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2009 28,519 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 15 May 2007 25,126 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

Nearside Lower Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Pass 21 Apr 2006 22,911 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2005 22,477 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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P984 HBG is a 1996 Yamaha Xj in Black with a 598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1996 Yamaha Xj models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.0% with a typical mileage of 29,254 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 P984 HBG, 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 30 years old, this Yamaha Xj is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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P984 HBG is a 1996 Yamaha Xj, first registered on 3 March 1996.

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