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RV02 YVU

2002 Yamaha XJ900

Blue Petrol 892cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 May 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

20,610 mi
Last recorded20,610 miles
Recorded on10 May 2025
Typical for 2002 Yamaha XJ90026,466 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV02 YVU
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ900
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine892cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 May 2025 20,610 miles

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced SWING ARM (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 20 Apr 2024 19,647 miles

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 13 Apr 2024 19,633 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 6 May 2023 17,894 miles
Pass 14 May 2022 16,776 miles

Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear suspension linkage (5.3.4 (a) (i))

both mirrors hitting screen on full lock

Fail 29 Apr 2022 16,770 miles

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords on sidewalls (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear suspension linkage (5.3.4 (a) (i))

both mirrors hitting screen on full lock

both tyre pressures low

front tyre perished in tread area

Pass 19 Sep 2020 16,626 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2015 14,975 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2013 14,737 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 21 Aug 2012 13,573 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2011 11,813 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2009 10,788 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2008 10,169 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2008 10,169 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 19 Oct 2007 9,498 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2006 8,342 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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RV02 YVU is a 2002 Yamaha XJ900 in Blue with a 892cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 2002 Yamaha XJ900 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.3% with a typical mileage of 26,466 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 RV02 YVU, 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 24 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 RV02 YVU registered?

RV02 YVU is a 2002 Yamaha XJ900, first registered on 2 August 2002.

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