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R113 NJM

1997 Yamaha XJ900

Green Petrol 891cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2018
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

57,063 mi
Last recorded57,063 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2017
Typical for 1997 Yamaha XJ90032,472 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR113 NJM
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ900
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine891cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2017 57,063 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded Swingarm (6.1.1a)

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

Pass 28 Apr 2016 55,882 miles

rear swinging arm corroded

Fail 28 Apr 2016 55,882 miles

Nearside Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Offside Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

rear swinging arm corroded

Pass 8 May 2015 55,591 miles

clutch lever pivot worn

Pass 8 May 2014 54,626 miles
Pass 23 May 2013 53,967 miles

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

Pass 9 May 2012 53,030 miles

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

Pass 21 May 2011 51,094 miles

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

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 21 May 2010 49,054 miles

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

Fail 8 May 2010 49,049 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Apr 2009 46,490 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2009 46,490 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Pass 9 May 2008 43,561 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2007 42,098 miles

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

Pass 25 Aug 2006 40,344 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2005 39,940 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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R113 NJM is a 1997 Yamaha XJ900 in Green with a 891cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 R113 NJM, 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 R113 NJM registered?

R113 NJM is a 1997 Yamaha XJ900, first registered on 24 October 1997.

Is R113 NJM safe to buy?

The MOT history for R113 NJM shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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