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R240 ERT

1998 Yamaha XJ900

Blue Petrol 892cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Apr 2027
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

32,254 mi
Last recorded32,254 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2026
Typical for 1998 Yamaha XJ90031,642 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR240 ERT
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ900
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine892cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2026 32,254 miles

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))

Pass 8 Mar 2025 30,978 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2024 30,228 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2023 29,192 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2023 29,184 miles

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 26 Aug 2021 28,844 miles

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

Pass 17 Jun 2020 28,164 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2020 28,162 miles

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

Pass 28 Jun 2019 25,104 miles

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))

Fail 28 Jun 2019 25,104 miles

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))

Pass 25 Jun 2018 24,971 miles
Pass 25 May 2017 24,814 miles

both front turn-signal wiring slightly rubbing on top suspension folks

Pass 26 May 2016 24,706 miles

Rear valve stem not aligned to tyre position indicator.

Pass 30 May 2015 24,510 miles
Fail 30 May 2015 24,510 miles

Front Tyre is unsuitable (4.1.1)

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Pass 30 May 2014 24,259 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2007 23,221 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2006 22,482 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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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.

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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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