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R149 FBW

1998 Yamaha XJ900

Red Petrol 892cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2023
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

37,908 mi
Last recorded37,908 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2022
Typical for 1998 Yamaha XJ90031,642 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR149 FBW
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ900
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine892cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2022 37,908 miles

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

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower link (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Oct 2021 37,010 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2020 35,965 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2019 35,142 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 16 Oct 2018 34,270 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2017 33,221 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2016 31,477 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2015 29,548 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2014 28,196 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2013 26,188 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 22 Jul 2013 26,122 miles

Rear Tyre has a lump caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 28 Jul 2012 24,034 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2011 23,102 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2010 21,950 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2009 21,185 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2009 21,185 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 9 Aug 2008 19,787 miles

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

Pass 4 Aug 2007 17,308 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2006 14,931 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2006 14,802 miles

Front suspension spring worn and seriously weakened (2.3.2b)

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

Rear Floor brake test indicates a severely grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

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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R149 FBW is a 1998 Yamaha XJ900 in Red with a 892cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 R149 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 R149 FBW registered?

R149 FBW is a 1998 Yamaha XJ900, first registered on 1 March 1998.

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