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R640 TRK

1997 Yamaha XJ900

Red Petrol 892cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Oct 2023
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

42,846 mi
Last recorded42,846 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2023
Typical for 1997 Yamaha XJ90032,472 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR640 TRK
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ900
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine892cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Fail 13 Oct 2023 42,846 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Wheel spindle locking device missing (5.2.1 (d))

Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 15 Oct 2022 40,136 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Sep 2021 36,960 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2020 36,670 miles

Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Feb 2019 32,673 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2018 29,097 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2017 27,483 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2016 25,710 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2014 24,723 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2013 23,757 miles

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Rear suspension slightly corroded (2.4.A.2d)

Pass 11 Aug 2011 22,447 miles

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

Pass 14 May 2010 18,154 miles
Pass 8 May 2009 17,916 miles
Fail 10 May 2008 17,457 miles

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 10 May 2008 17,457 miles
Pass 18 May 2007 16,934 miles
Pass 20 May 2006 16,612 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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R640 TRK is a 1997 Yamaha XJ900 in Red with a 892cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 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 R640 TRK, 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 R640 TRK registered?

R640 TRK is a 1997 Yamaha XJ900, first registered on 18 September 1997.

Is R640 TRK safe to buy?

The MOT history for R640 TRK shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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