MOT Status
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84,040 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
non obligatory lamps set with aim that will dazzle other road users
rear mudguard slightly fouling tyre
Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
non obligatory lamps set with aim that will dazzle other road users
rear mudguard slightly fouling tyre
Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)
Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)
Centre Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
Centre Front Lower Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
Centre Front Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders operation of the controls (2.1.2b)
Centre Rear Lower Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))
Centre Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)
Centre Rear Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)
Centre Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Headlamp aim headlamp damaged and function impaired (1.2.3a)
Outer Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
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R216 EOU is a 1998 Yamaha XJ900 in Red with a 891cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.
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 R216 EOU, 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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R216 EOU is a 1998 Yamaha XJ900, first registered on 23 January 1998.
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