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R158 SJW

1997 Yamaha XJ900

Red Petrol 892cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2025
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

44,786 mi
Last recorded44,786 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2024
Typical for 1997 Yamaha XJ90032,472 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR158 SJW
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ900
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine892cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 16 Jul 2024 44,786 miles

Exhaust collector box corroded by not likely to become detached

Pass 2 May 2023 44,540 miles
Pass 9 May 2022 44,118 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2021 43,176 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2020 42,086 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

tyre cracked

Pass 20 Feb 2016 41,153 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2015 40,615 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2014 40,084 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2013 36,775 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2012 34,933 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2011 31,265 miles
Pass 25 May 2010 31,203 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2009 30,893 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2008 30,156 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2006 27,648 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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R158 SJW is a 1997 Yamaha XJ900 in Red with a 892cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 R158 SJW, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R158 SJW registered?

R158 SJW is a 1997 Yamaha XJ900, first registered on 21 August 1997.

Is R158 SJW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R158 SJW shows 15 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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