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R427 CDU

1997 Yamaha XJ900

Red Petrol 892cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jul 2025
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

40,968 mi
Last recorded40,968 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2024
Typical for 1997 Yamaha XJ90032,472 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR427 CDU
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ900
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine892cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 20 Jun 2024 40,968 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2023 40,996 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2022 40,934 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 19 Jul 2021 40,840 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 15 Jul 2019 38,509 miles
Pass 15 May 2018 37,465 miles
Pass 3 May 2017 36,419 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 30,313 miles
Pass 8 May 2013 30,209 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2012 30,043 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2011 29,477 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2009 29,290 miles

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

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 30 Oct 2008 28,950 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 20 Sep 2007 27,917 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2006 25,364 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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R427 CDU is a 1997 Yamaha XJ900 in Red with a 892cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 R427 CDU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R427 CDU registered?

R427 CDU is a 1997 Yamaha XJ900, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R427 CDU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R427 CDU shows 15 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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