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R819 GKN

1997 Yamaha XJ900

Red Petrol 892cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jan 2021
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

82,708 mi
Last recorded82,708 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2019
Typical for 1997 Yamaha XJ90032,472 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR819 GKN
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ900
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine892cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2019 82,708 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Exhaust slightly loose both rear cans (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

gear change lever slightly bent

Fail 19 Jul 2019 82,701 miles

Nearside Front Footrest insecure damaged (6.2.12 (a))

Rear Wheel spindle loose clamp does not hold spindle secure (5.2.1 (c) (i))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Throttle operating incorrectly sticks open does not return on its own (6.2.7 (a) (i))

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Exhaust slightly loose both rear cans (6.1.2 (a))

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

gear change lever slightly bent

Pass 29 Jun 2018 82,262 miles

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

Pass 15 May 2017 75,258 miles

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

Pass 25 May 2016 67,748 miles

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

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 18 Jun 2015 57,782 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2015 57,733 miles

Rear Brake component leaking fluid (3.2.B4)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 29 Apr 2014 54,696 miles

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 17 Dec 2012 50,221 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2011 39,111 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 32,882 miles

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

Pass 25 Nov 2010 30,825 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2010 23,818 miles

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

Pass 13 Nov 2008 18,575 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2008 18,575 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 1 Nov 2007 13,082 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2005 6,073 miles

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

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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R819 GKN 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 82.4%.

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 R819 GKN, 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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R819 GKN is a 1997 Yamaha XJ900, first registered on 1 January 1997.

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