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R237 GFT

1997 Yamaha XJ900

Red Petrol 892cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Aug 2027
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

57,818 mi
Last recorded57,818 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2026
Typical for 1997 Yamaha XJ90032,472 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR237 GFT
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ900
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine892cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2026 57,818 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2017 57,807 miles

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

Pass 19 Jun 2015 56,351 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2014 55,291 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 23 Jun 2014 55,291 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2013 50,388 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2012 45,242 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 7 May 2011 39,888 miles

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

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 26 Apr 2010 34,514 miles
Pass 2 May 2009 30,804 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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R237 GFT is a 1997 Yamaha XJ900 in Red with a 892cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 R237 GFT, 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 R237 GFT registered?

R237 GFT is a 1997 Yamaha XJ900, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R237 GFT safe to buy?

The MOT history for R237 GFT shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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