MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
65,495 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Central Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Offside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
Central Rear Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Swing Arm had corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Nearside Front Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Offside Front Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))
Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Nearside Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)
Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
How Reliable is the Yamaha XJ900?
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R58 XAV is a 1997 Yamaha XJ900 in Green with a 892cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.
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 R58 XAV, 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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R58 XAV is a 1997 Yamaha XJ900, first registered on 8 October 1997.
Is R58 XAV safe to buy?
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