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R223 LEU

1998 Yamaha XJ900

Red Petrol 891cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 May 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

60,283 mi
Last recorded60,283 miles
Recorded on11 May 2026
Typical for 1998 Yamaha XJ90031,642 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR223 LEU
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ900
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine891cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 May 2026 60,283 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2021 59,205 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2019 58,928 miles

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 25 Jun 2018 58,696 miles

Central Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil o/s front fork has slight oil misting. (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 21 Jun 2017 58,423 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 25 Apr 2016 58,308 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2015 57,932 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Pass 11 Apr 2015 57,932 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 28 Aug 2012 55,385 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Fail 28 Aug 2012 55,385 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 20 Aug 2011 52,243 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Aug 2010 48,984 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2009 41,081 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2008 40,759 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2007 40,188 miles

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

Pass 21 Jun 2006 39,758 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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R223 LEU is a 1998 Yamaha XJ900 in Red with a 891cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 R223 LEU, 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 R223 LEU registered?

R223 LEU is a 1998 Yamaha XJ900, first registered on 24 June 1998.

Is R223 LEU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R223 LEU shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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