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R414 CGX

1997 Yamaha XJ900

Red Petrol 892cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2016
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

65,270 mi
Last recorded65,270 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2015
Typical for 1997 Yamaha XJ90032,472 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR414 CGX
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ900
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine892cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2015 65,270 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2015 65,270 miles

Rear Brake caliper(s) securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1j)

Pass 8 Jul 2014 61,657 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2014 61,657 miles

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.6)

Fail 6 Jul 2013 59,839 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear reflector on sidecar missing (1.4.1)

Pass 6 Jul 2013 59,839 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2011 58,299 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 1 Aug 2011 58,292 miles

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

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

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 10 Aug 2010 54,877 miles

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

Pass 15 Aug 2009 52,255 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2008 48,246 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2007 45,898 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 22 Jul 2006 42,185 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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R414 CGX is a 1997 Yamaha XJ900 in Red with a 892cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 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 R414 CGX, 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 R414 CGX registered?

R414 CGX is a 1997 Yamaha XJ900, first registered on 1 August 1997.

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