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R273 VWR

1998 Yamaha XJ900

Blue Petrol 892cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2025
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

29,442 mi
Last recorded29,442 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2024
Typical for 1998 Yamaha XJ90031,642 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR273 VWR
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ900
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine892cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2024 29,442 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2023 29,304 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2022 29,198 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2021 28,961 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2020 28,676 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2019 28,468 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2018 28,081 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2017 27,489 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2016 26,782 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2015 25,806 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2014 23,870 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2013 20,877 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2012 18,005 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2012 18,005 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 13 Jun 2011 16,359 miles

Front position lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.1.1b)

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

Pass 22 May 2010 13,911 miles
Pass 19 May 2009 9,647 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2007 9,516 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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R273 VWR 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 94.4%.

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 R273 VWR, 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 R273 VWR registered?

R273 VWR is a 1998 Yamaha XJ900, first registered on 1 July 1998.

Is R273 VWR safe to buy?

The MOT history for R273 VWR shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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