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R177 FBW

1998 Yamaha XJ900

Blue Petrol 892cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Mar 2016
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

39,417 mi
Last recorded39,417 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2015
Typical for 1998 Yamaha XJ90031,642 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR177 FBW
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ900
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine892cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2015 39,417 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2014 32,753 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2013 32,418 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2012 30,054 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2011 28,208 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2010 24,281 miles

Rear Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 3 Mar 2009 22,717 miles

Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 3 Mar 2009 22,717 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2007 22,320 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2006 16,268 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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R177 FBW is a 1998 Yamaha XJ900 in Blue with a 892cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 R177 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 R177 FBW registered?

R177 FBW is a 1998 Yamaha XJ900, first registered on 1 May 1998.

Is R177 FBW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R177 FBW shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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