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R928 CNW

1997 Yamaha XJ900

Red Petrol 892cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2023
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

49,071 mi
Last recorded49,071 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2022
Typical for 1997 Yamaha XJ90032,472 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR928 CNW
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ900
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine892cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2022 49,071 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 11 Aug 2021 46,559 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2020 46,394 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2018 45,697 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2018 45,697 miles

Nearside Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 7 Aug 2017 45,265 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2016 43,620 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2015 43,175 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2014 43,036 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2012 42,638 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2012 41,764 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2010 35,934 miles

Lower Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

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

Pass 3 Mar 2007 35,422 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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R928 CNW is a 1997 Yamaha XJ900 in Red with a 892cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 R928 CNW, 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 R928 CNW registered?

R928 CNW is a 1997 Yamaha XJ900, first registered on 10 September 1997.

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The MOT history for R928 CNW shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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