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R714 SNN

1997 Yamaha XJ900

Red Petrol 891cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jul 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

52,979 mi
Last recorded52,979 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2026
Typical for 1997 Yamaha XJ90032,472 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR714 SNN
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ900
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine891cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2026 52,979 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 26 Jun 2025 48,671 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2024 47,253 miles

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

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

Pass 26 May 2023 45,234 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2022 42,895 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2021 40,868 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2021 40,860 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 30 Jun 2020 38,239 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2018 38,225 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2017 38,190 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2015 38,185 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2014 38,081 miles
Pass 21 May 2013 38,075 miles

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

front tyre wearing unevenly

Pass 21 May 2012 37,802 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2011 37,257 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2009 36,331 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2007 32,457 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2007 30,422 miles

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

Pass 7 Jan 2006 28,375 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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R714 SNN is a 1997 Yamaha XJ900 in Red with a 891cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 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 R714 SNN, 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 R714 SNN registered?

R714 SNN is a 1997 Yamaha XJ900, first registered on 1 November 1997.

Is R714 SNN safe to buy?

The MOT history for R714 SNN shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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