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R107 CDU

1997 Yamaha XJ900

Green Petrol 891cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jul 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

15,660 mi
Last recorded15,660 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2026
Typical for 1997 Yamaha XJ90032,472 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR107 CDU
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ900
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine891cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2026 15,660 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Jun 2025 13,810 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2024 13,092 miles
Pass 21 May 2023 12,490 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2022 12,039 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2021 11,721 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2019 11,311 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2018 10,655 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2018 10,655 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Jun 2017 9,861 miles
Pass 25 May 2016 9,172 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2015 8,369 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2014 8,253 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2012 6,889 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2011 6,204 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2010 5,840 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2009 5,338 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2008 5,334 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2007 5,331 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2006 5,326 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2005 5,323 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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R107 CDU is a 1997 Yamaha XJ900 in Green with a 891cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 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 R107 CDU, 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 R107 CDU registered?

R107 CDU is a 1997 Yamaha XJ900, first registered on 9 October 1997.

Is R107 CDU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R107 CDU shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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