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R138 DKX

1997 Yamaha XJ900

Red Petrol 891cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2018
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

31,756 mi
Last recorded31,756 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2017
Typical for 1997 Yamaha XJ90032,472 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR138 DKX
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ900
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine891cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2017 31,756 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2017 31,747 miles

Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 18 Mar 2016 30,075 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2016 30,075 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 28 Jul 2014 30,150 miles

Front Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 5 Mar 2013 30,060 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2013 30,060 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 19 Mar 2012 28,158 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2011 26,705 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2010 24,295 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2009 22,320 miles
Pass 9 May 2007 21,713 miles

Front Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 8 May 2007 21,703 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Nearside Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Offside Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Pass 12 Apr 2006 32,935 miles

Front Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fail 28 Mar 2006 20,569 miles

Front Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

n/s side wall of front tyre has crack in rubber almost through to cords

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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R138 DKX is a 1997 Yamaha XJ900 in Red with a 891cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 R138 DKX, 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 R138 DKX registered?

R138 DKX is a 1997 Yamaha XJ900, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R138 DKX safe to buy?

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