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R816 XAG

1997 Yamaha XJ900

Red Petrol 892cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

40,428 mi
Last recorded40,428 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2025
Typical for 1997 Yamaha XJ90032,472 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR816 XAG
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ900
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine892cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2025 40,428 miles

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

Pass 26 Feb 2025 38,884 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2024 36,620 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2023 36,600 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2021 35,300 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

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

Pass 19 May 2020 34,810 miles

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

Pass 4 Sep 2018 34,264 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 4 Sep 2018 34,264 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 20 Sep 2017 33,244 miles

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

Small cuts in rear tyre not deep enough to reach cords

Pass 5 Sep 2016 31,678 miles

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

Pass 27 Aug 2015 29,736 miles

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

Pass 28 Aug 2014 27,643 miles

Suspect nut missing from rear spindle clamp bolt?

Pass 2 Sep 2013 23,937 miles

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 8 Oct 2012 23,549 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2011 22,108 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2011 18,500 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2010 16,507 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2009 15,809 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2007 14,363 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2006 13,935 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2005 13,303 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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R816 XAG is a 1997 Yamaha XJ900 in Red with a 892cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 R816 XAG, 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 R816 XAG registered?

R816 XAG is a 1997 Yamaha XJ900, first registered on 1 October 1997.

Is R816 XAG safe to buy?

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