MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
61,132 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Nearside Front Brake caliper slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.1.16 (a) (i))
Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
nuts on main stand pivot bolts incorrect
Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)
Nearside Front Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)
Front Brake disc(s) has excessive run out (3.2.A1m)
Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)
Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)
Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)
Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (3.2.B3a)
Both front and rear tyre valves cracked at the stem base..!
Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))
o/s fork seal leaking slightly
rear tyre worn
How Reliable is the Yamaha XJ900?
Based on 45,127 MOT tests across 4,133 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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R208 PGM is a 1998 Yamaha XJ900 in Blue with a 891cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.
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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
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 R208 PGM, 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 R208 PGM registered?
R208 PGM is a 1998 Yamaha XJ900, first registered on 20 March 1998.
Is R208 PGM safe to buy?
The MOT history for R208 PGM shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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