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R20 RAT

1997 Yamaha XJ900

Black Petrol 892cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Dec 2026
Tests24 (23 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.8%

Mileage

38,829 mi
Last recorded38,829 miles
Recorded on31 Dec 2025
Typical for 1997 Yamaha XJ90032,472 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR20 RAT
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ900
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine892cc

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MOT History

23 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Dec 2025 38,829 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2025 10,909 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2025 37,703 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2024 10,199 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2024 31,901 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2023 9,081 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2023 25,367 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 27 Feb 2023 25,367 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Oct 2022 7,774 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 24 Feb 2022 18,869 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2021 6,671 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2020 6,318 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2019 5,297 miles
Pass 31 May 2018 4,838 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2017 4,418 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 1 Jun 2016 3,399 miles
Pass 8 May 2015 2,553 miles
Pass 14 May 2014 2,133 miles
Pass 3 May 2013 1,607 miles
Pass 2 May 2012 960 miles
Pass 6 May 2011 291 miles
Pass 6 May 2010 28,001 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2007 26,898 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Pass 18 Feb 2006 26,406 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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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R20 RAT is a 1997 Yamaha XJ900 in Black with a 892cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.8%.

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 R20 RAT, 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 R20 RAT registered?

R20 RAT is a 1997 Yamaha XJ900, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R20 RAT safe to buy?

The MOT history for R20 RAT shows 24 tests with a 95.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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