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R987 LFM

2008 Yamaha XJ900

Black Petrol 891cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Apr 2019
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR987 LFM
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ900
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine891cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Apr 2018

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

Pass 6 Mar 2017 62,950 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2015 62,798 miles

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

Pass 1 Apr 2014 62,798 miles

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

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

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

Fail 1 Apr 2014 62,798 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Brake component has restricted free movement and operation is likely to be impeded (3.2.A1h)

Rear Brake linkage has abnormal movement due to maladjustment (3.2.A1i)

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

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

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

Pass 22 Mar 2013 61,834 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2012 59,382 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2011 53,611 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2011 53,611 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

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

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

Fail 3 Apr 2009 52,880 miles

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

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 3 Apr 2009 52,880 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Mar 2008 49,265 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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R987 LFM is a 2008 Yamaha XJ900 in Black with a 891cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 R987 LFM, 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 18 years old, this Yamaha XJ900 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was R987 LFM registered?

R987 LFM is a 2008 Yamaha XJ900, first registered on 1 April 2008.

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