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R164 NVT

1998 Yamaha XJ900

Red Petrol 891cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Nov 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

40,911 mi
Last recorded40,911 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2025
Typical for 1998 Yamaha XJ90031,642 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR164 NVT
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ900
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine891cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2025 40,911 miles

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Nov 2024 39,135 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2023 38,549 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2022 36,252 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2021 29,489 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2020 27,450 miles
Pass 3 May 2019 26,027 miles
Pass 8 May 2018 23,848 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2017 21,757 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2016 19,720 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2015 18,623 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 18,607 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2013 18,079 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2012 17,519 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2009 16,682 miles
Pass 28 May 2008 16,201 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2007 15,647 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2007 15,647 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Offside Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 6 Oct 2005 14,546 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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R164 NVT is a 1998 Yamaha XJ900 in Red with a 891cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 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 R164 NVT, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R164 NVT registered?

R164 NVT is a 1998 Yamaha XJ900, first registered on 1 June 1998.

Is R164 NVT safe to buy?

The MOT history for R164 NVT shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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