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R346 SSW

1998 Yamaha XJ900

Blue Petrol 892cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

70,920 mi
Last recorded70,920 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2017
Typical for 1998 Yamaha XJ90031,642 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR346 SSW
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ900
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine892cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2017 70,920 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2016 70,795 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2015 69,120 miles

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

Pass 3 Apr 2014 65,349 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2013 62,228 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 21 Mar 2013 62,211 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 10 Mar 2012 58,455 miles

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

Oil leak

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

Pass 26 Feb 2011 55,094 miles

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 13 Feb 2010 51,273 miles
Pass 20 May 2009 49,884 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2008 48,468 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2007 45,946 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2006 41,520 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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R346 SSW is a 1998 Yamaha XJ900 in Blue with a 892cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 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 R346 SSW, 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 R346 SSW registered?

R346 SSW is a 1998 Yamaha XJ900, first registered on 24 April 1998.

Is R346 SSW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R346 SSW shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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