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R937 YBD

1997 Yamaha XJ900

Green Petrol 892cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2016
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

16,493 mi
Last recorded16,493 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2015
Typical for 1997 Yamaha XJ90032,472 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR937 YBD
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ900
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine892cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2015 16,493 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2014 14,847 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2013 13,042 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2011 11,728 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2011 11,724 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 5 May 2009 11,721 miles
Pass 10 May 2008 11,512 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2007 11,300 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2006 10,751 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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R937 YBD is a 1997 Yamaha XJ900 in Green with a 892cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 R937 YBD, 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 R937 YBD registered?

R937 YBD is a 1997 Yamaha XJ900, first registered on 1 October 1997.

Is R937 YBD safe to buy?

The MOT history for R937 YBD shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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