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R584 UUJ

1997 Yamaha XJ900

Red Petrol 891cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2017
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

49,677 mi
Last recorded49,677 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2016
Typical for 1997 Yamaha XJ90032,472 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR584 UUJ
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ900
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine891cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2016 49,677 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 44,154 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Nail in rear tyre

Fail 17 Apr 2015 44,154 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 25 Apr 2014 39,155 miles

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

Fail 24 Apr 2014 39,155 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

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

Pass 12 Apr 2013 33,450 miles

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

Fail 12 Apr 2013 33,450 miles

Offside Rear Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

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

Fail 24 Feb 2012 32,572 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Pass 24 Feb 2012 32,572 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2011 29,246 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 25 Feb 2011 29,246 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2010 24,032 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2009 21,825 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2008 21,825 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2008 21,429 miles

Centre Front Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 23 Feb 2008 21,429 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2007 20,358 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2006 18,992 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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R584 UUJ is a 1997 Yamaha XJ900 in Red with a 891cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 R584 UUJ, 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 R584 UUJ registered?

R584 UUJ is a 1997 Yamaha XJ900, first registered on 1 September 1997.

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