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R109 CDU

1997 Yamaha XJ900

Green Petrol 892cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Sep 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

30,491 mi
Last recorded30,491 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2025
Typical for 1997 Yamaha XJ90032,472 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR109 CDU
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ900
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine892cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2025 30,491 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2024 30,373 miles
Pass 7 May 2024 30,285 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2022 29,880 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2021 29,882 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2020 29,138 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2019 27,753 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2017 27,517 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2016 27,139 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2013 26,486 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.2.B2a)

Fail 10 Apr 2013 26,486 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.2.B2a)

Pass 18 Apr 2012 25,256 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Fail 18 Apr 2012 25,256 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 30 Apr 2011 22,147 miles
Pass 1 May 2010 19,559 miles
Pass 1 May 2009 17,917 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2008 16,854 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2007 15,912 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2006 14,630 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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R109 CDU is a 1997 Yamaha XJ900 in Green with a 892cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 R109 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.

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What year was R109 CDU registered?

R109 CDU is a 1997 Yamaha XJ900, first registered on 1 October 1997.

Is R109 CDU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R109 CDU shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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