MOT Status
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32,254 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
Rear Brake pedal has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (1.1.1 (b))
Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS
Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Front Brake hose slightly chafed Both (1.1.12 (b) (i))
passenger foot rest seized in up-over position
Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Rear Brake pivot worn, but not excessively (1.1.15 (b))
Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
Front Brake pipe likely to become detached or damaged (1.1.11 (d) (ii))
Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Rear Brake pivot worn, but not excessively (1.1.15 (b))
both front turn-signal wiring slightly rubbing on top suspension folks
Rear valve stem not aligned to tyre position indicator.
Front Tyre is unsuitable (4.1.1)
Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)
How Reliable is the Yamaha XJ900?
Based on 45,127 MOT tests across 4,133 vehicles.
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R240 ERT is a 1998 Yamaha XJ900 in Blue with a 892cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.
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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
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 R240 ERT, 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 R240 ERT registered?
R240 ERT is a 1998 Yamaha XJ900, first registered on 31 December 1998.
Is R240 ERT safe to buy?
The MOT history for R240 ERT shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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