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R144 FBW

1998 Yamaha XJ900

Blue Petrol 892cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jul 2014
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

64,980 mi
Last recorded64,980 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2013
Typical for 1998 Yamaha XJ90031,642 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR144 FBW
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ900
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine892cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2013 64,980 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Fail 5 Jul 2012 63,808 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 5 Jul 2012 63,808 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2011 60,385 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2010 58,410 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 6 Aug 2010 58,410 miles

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

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

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

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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R144 FBW is a 1998 Yamaha XJ900 in Blue with a 892cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 R144 FBW, 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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What year was R144 FBW registered?

R144 FBW is a 1998 Yamaha XJ900, first registered on 19 March 1998.

Is R144 FBW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R144 FBW shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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