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R23 RCF

1998 Yamaha XJ900

Red Petrol 891cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jul 2027
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

37,625 mi
Last recorded37,625 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2026
Typical for 1998 Yamaha XJ90031,642 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR23 RCF
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ900
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine891cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 20 Jul 2026 37,625 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

headlight pattern weak

Pass 25 Jun 2025 37,431 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2024 37,292 miles

Clutch Lever Distorted

Pass 31 Aug 2023 37,066 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Apr 2009 14,843 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2008 14,564 miles

front fork damping soft/weak

rear tyre uneven wear/unusual wear

Pass 13 Apr 2007 13,840 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2006 13,543 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

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 RCF is a 1998 Yamaha XJ900 in Red with a 891cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 RCF, 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 R23 RCF registered?

R23 RCF is a 1998 Yamaha XJ900, first registered on 1 May 1998.

Is R23 RCF safe to buy?

The MOT history for R23 RCF shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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