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R233 ETW

1998 Yamaha XJ900

Red Petrol 892cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Dec 2025
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

65,391 mi
Last recorded65,391 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2024
Typical for 1998 Yamaha XJ90031,642 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR233 ETW
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ900
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine892cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2024 65,391 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2023 65,382 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2022 65,353 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2021 64,888 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2021 64,888 miles

Central Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 1 Dec 2020 64,759 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2019 64,556 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2018 63,728 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2017 63,223 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2016 62,843 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2015 62,332 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2014 61,193 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2013 60,373 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2012 59,710 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2011 59,031 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2010 53,675 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2010 53,412 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Oct 2009 50,408 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2008 49,465 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2007 48,083 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2006 46,060 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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R233 ETW is a 1998 Yamaha XJ900 in Red with a 892cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 R233 ETW, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R233 ETW?

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What year was R233 ETW registered?

R233 ETW is a 1998 Yamaha XJ900, first registered on 7 March 1998.

Is R233 ETW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R233 ETW shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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