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R23 BLS

1998 Yamaha XJ900

Blue Petrol 891cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2020
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

29,958 mi
Last recorded29,958 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2019
Typical for 1998 Yamaha XJ90031,642 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR23 BLS
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ900
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine891cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2019 29,958 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2017 23,207 miles

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

Fail 17 Jul 2017 23,207 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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

Pass 9 Jun 2016 19,813 miles
Pass 29 May 2015 19,160 miles
Pass 28 May 2014 18,621 miles
Pass 29 May 2013 17,670 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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R23 BLS is a 1998 Yamaha XJ900 in Blue with a 891cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 R23 BLS, 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

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What year was R23 BLS registered?

R23 BLS is a 1998 Yamaha XJ900, first registered on 24 February 1998.

Is R23 BLS safe to buy?

The MOT history for R23 BLS shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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