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R241 SES

1998 Yamaha XJ900

Red Petrol 891cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Aug 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

26,916 mi
Last recorded26,916 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2025
Typical for 1998 Yamaha XJ90031,642 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR241 SES
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ900
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine891cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2025 26,916 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2024 26,476 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2023 26,371 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2022 25,041 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2021 24,431 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2019 23,244 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2018 21,848 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2017 21,347 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2016 20,596 miles
Pass 16 May 2015 20,006 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 29 Apr 2014 19,336 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2013 18,543 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2011 17,516 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2010 15,665 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2010 15,646 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 16 Jun 2009 14,073 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2008 13,522 miles
Pass 3 May 2007 12,863 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2006 11,246 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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R241 SES is a 1998 Yamaha XJ900 in Red with a 891cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 R241 SES, 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 R241 SES registered?

R241 SES is a 1998 Yamaha XJ900, first registered on 1 April 1998.

Is R241 SES safe to buy?

The MOT history for R241 SES shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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