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R122 GKO

1998 Yamaha XJ900

Red Petrol 892cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Apr 2022
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

68,461 mi
Last recorded68,461 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2021
Typical for 1998 Yamaha XJ90031,642 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR122 GKO
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ900
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine892cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2021 68,461 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Pass 19 Oct 2019 68,244 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases collector box (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 13 Oct 2018 67,621 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2017 66,145 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2016 66,038 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2015 65,819 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2014 65,750 miles

slight oil leak from oil cooler

Pass 27 Jul 2013 65,681 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2012 64,582 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Pass 23 Jul 2011 61,226 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Jul 2010 55,823 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2009 53,668 miles

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

Fail 25 Jul 2008 51,741 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 25 Jul 2008 51,741 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2007 50,167 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2006 45,993 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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R122 GKO is a 1998 Yamaha XJ900 in Red with a 892cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 1998 Yamaha XJ900 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.8% with a typical mileage of 31,642 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 R122 GKO, 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 28 years old, this Yamaha XJ900 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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R122 GKO is a 1998 Yamaha XJ900, first registered on 24 February 1998.

Is R122 GKO safe to buy?

The MOT history for R122 GKO shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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