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R193 GFT

1997 Yamaha XJ900

Red Petrol 892cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Sep 2027
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

67,172 mi
Last recorded67,172 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2026
Typical for 1997 Yamaha XJ90032,472 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR193 GFT
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ900
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine892cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 18 Sep 2026 67,172 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 27 Sep 2025 66,279 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 4 Sep 2024 62,683 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 29 Aug 2023 61,004 miles

Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Aug 2022 54,334 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2021 45,481 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2020 41,609 miles

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

Pass 16 Jul 2018 40,957 miles

Front fork dust seal's detriorated

Pass 29 Jun 2017 38,963 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2016 38,082 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2015 36,338 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2014 35,509 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2013 34,682 miles

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

Pass 6 May 2011 32,913 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 7 May 2010 31,044 miles
Pass 1 May 2009 28,457 miles
Pass 2 May 2008 26,367 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2007 24,640 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2006 22,369 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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R193 GFT is a 1997 Yamaha XJ900 in Red with a 892cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 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 R193 GFT, 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.

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What year was R193 GFT registered?

R193 GFT is a 1997 Yamaha XJ900, first registered on 3 October 1997.

Is R193 GFT safe to buy?

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