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R329 GRP

1998 Yamaha Xj 900 S

Red Petrol 892cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2024
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

19,483 mi
Last recorded19,483 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2023
Typical for 1998 Yamaha Xj 900 S36,514 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR329 GRP
MakeYamaha
ModelXj 900 S
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine892cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2023 19,483 miles

Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 13 Jun 2022 19,027 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2019 18,769 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2018 17,050 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2016 15,009 miles

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

Pass 7 Jun 2016 14,766 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2015 13,680 miles
Pass 31 May 2014 13,640 miles

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

Pass 24 Apr 2013 13,581 miles

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

Pass 14 Apr 2012 13,571 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2011 13,560 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2010 13,542 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2009 12,627 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2008 11,832 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2008 11,832 miles

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 7 Apr 2007 10,838 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2006 9,376 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha Xj 900 S?

Based on 1,099 MOT tests across 170 vehicles.

85.4%
Pass Rate
1,037
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
170
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 14
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 12
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 11
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 11
Headlamp aim too high 7
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R329 GRP is a 1998 Yamaha Xj 900 S in Red with a 892cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 1998 Yamaha Xj 900 S models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.7% with a typical mileage of 36,514 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha Xj 900 S fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 14 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R329 GRP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Xj 900 S typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 28 years old, this Yamaha Xj 900 S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R329 GRP registered?

R329 GRP is a 1998 Yamaha Xj 900 S, first registered on 3 April 1998.

Is R329 GRP safe to buy?

The MOT history for R329 GRP shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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