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R261 XND

1997 Yamaha XJ900

Green Petrol 892cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2017
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

55,334 mi
Last recorded55,334 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2016
Typical for 1997 Yamaha XJ90032,472 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR261 XND
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ900
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine892cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 30 Sep 2016 55,334 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2015 52,615 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2014 50,075 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2013 46,592 miles
Pass 26 May 2012 46,397 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 4 Mar 2011 44,525 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Mar 2010 40,609 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2009 35,480 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Mar 2008 32,854 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2007 32,538 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2006 29,961 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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R261 XND is a 1997 Yamaha XJ900 in Green with a 892cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Yamaha XJ900 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.5% with a typical mileage of 32,472 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 R261 XND, 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 29 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 R261 XND registered?

R261 XND is a 1997 Yamaha XJ900, first registered on 6 September 1997.

Is R261 XND safe to buy?

The MOT history for R261 XND shows 11 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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