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R533 AKN

1997 Yamaha XJ900

Red Petrol 892cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

60,779 mi
Last recorded60,779 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2015
Typical for 1997 Yamaha XJ90032,472 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR533 AKN
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ900
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine892cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2015 60,779 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated Exhaust system corroded and clamps broken Slight blow from joints (7.1.1a)

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Ferrels Corroded (3.2.B3b)

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion Fork seal covers perished (2.3.3)

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Ferrels corroded (3.2.B3b)

Fail 20 Aug 2015 60,779 miles

Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Front Brake master cylinder fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d) DANGEROUS

Exhaust slightly deteriorated Exhaust system corroded and clamps broken Slight blow from joints (7.1.1a)

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Ferrels Corroded (3.2.B3b)

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion Fork seal covers perished (2.3.3)

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Ferrels corroded (3.2.B3b)

Pass 21 Mar 2014 58,766 miles

Front Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear Rear suspension bush deteriorated but not excessively (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 27 Feb 2013 57,844 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

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

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Oil leak

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Rear suspension bush deteriorated but not excessively (2.4.A2a(i))

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

Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

clutch lever pivot worn

fuel tank corroded

Pass 27 Feb 2012 56,315 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2011 55,380 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2010 55,350 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

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

Pass 13 Mar 2010 55,350 miles

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

Pass 6 Feb 2009 53,399 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2008 42,744 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2006 34,021 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2006 29,915 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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R533 AKN is a 1997 Yamaha XJ900 in Red 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 R533 AKN, 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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R533 AKN is a 1997 Yamaha XJ900, first registered on 10 October 1997.

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