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R265 DAA

1997 Yamaha XJ900

Red Petrol 892cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2022
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

47,823 mi
Last recorded47,823 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2021
Typical for 1997 Yamaha XJ90032,472 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR265 DAA
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ900
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine892cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2021 47,823 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases LHS exhaust can joint and header joints (6.1.2 (a))

Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush Both forks (5.3.2 (c))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Corrosion around front sub frame mount and throughout frame (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jul 2020 44,998 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 9 Aug 2019 44,198 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2018 43,499 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2014 413,126 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates brake effort fall disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

Pass 24 Jan 2014 413,126 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2013 41,882 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2012 37,605 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2012 37,605 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 12 Aug 2010 31,978 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2009 27,752 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2008 24,995 miles

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

Pass 20 Aug 2007 22,865 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

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

Pass 8 Aug 2006 19,087 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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R265 DAA is a 1997 Yamaha XJ900 in Red with a 892cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 R265 DAA, 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.

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What year was R265 DAA registered?

R265 DAA is a 1997 Yamaha XJ900, first registered on 4 August 1997.

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