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R519 AKJ

1997 Yamaha XJ900

Blue Petrol 892cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Nov 2020
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

88,519 mi
Last recorded88,519 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2019
Typical for 1997 Yamaha XJ90032,472 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR519 AKJ
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ900
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine892cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2019 88,519 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2016 81,924 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Pass 24 Feb 2015 79,644 miles

front brake discs are worn

front brake pads are worn unevenly

Pass 5 Mar 2014 76,369 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2013 74,232 miles

Brake master cylinder fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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

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

Fail 27 Feb 2013 74,232 miles

Brake master cylinder fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Pass 19 Dec 2011 69,636 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2011 69,636 miles

Motorcycle structure insecure and likely to affect the correct functioning of the steering or braking (6.1.1c) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 Jan 2011 66,487 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2009 58,480 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2008 36,994 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2006 36,954 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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R519 AKJ is a 1997 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 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 R519 AKJ, 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 R519 AKJ registered?

R519 AKJ is a 1997 Yamaha XJ900, first registered on 11 August 1997.

Is R519 AKJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for R519 AKJ shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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