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R327 DAH

1998 Yamaha XJ900

Blue Petrol 892cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Feb 2022
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

23,437 mi
Last recorded23,437 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2021
Typical for 1998 Yamaha XJ90031,642 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR327 DAH
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ900
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine892cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2021 23,437 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2019 22,791 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2019 22,778 miles

Front Wheel bearing play so excessive that directional control is impaired (5.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 29 May 2018 21,438 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2017 21,227 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2016 20,908 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2015 20,433 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 22 Apr 2014 19,616 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 26 Apr 2013 19,029 miles

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

Pass 27 Apr 2012 17,634 miles

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

rear tyre close to wear marker limit

Fail 24 Apr 2012 17,634 miles

Brake fluid reservoir fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Rear suspension lightly rubbing not affecting the movement of the rear suspension (2.4.A.3a)

rear exhaust silener secured on mounting but loose fitting to system

rear tyre close to wear marker limit

Pass 30 Aug 2006 15,156 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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R327 DAH is a 1998 Yamaha XJ900 in Blue with a 892cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 R327 DAH, 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 R327 DAH registered?

R327 DAH is a 1998 Yamaha XJ900, first registered on 28 March 1998.

Is R327 DAH safe to buy?

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