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RX03 VYW

2003 Yamaha XJ900

Blue Petrol 892cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 May 2026
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

3,737 mi
Last recorded3,737 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2025
Typical for 2003 Yamaha XJ90024,528 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX03 VYW
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ900
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine892cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2025 3,737 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 11 May 2024 2,683 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 11 May 2023 1,724 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 11 May 2023 1,724 miles

Front Wheel bearing play so excessive that directional control is impaired (5.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 26 Apr 2022 717 miles
Pass 27 May 2021 218 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2013 43,431 miles

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

Fail 24 Jun 2013 43,430 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Jun 2012 36,944 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2012 36,918 miles

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

Pass 21 Jun 2011 31,885 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

front shocks weak

Pass 8 Jun 2010 27,262 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Fail 8 Jun 2010 27,262 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Pass 4 Jun 2009 25,189 miles

Front Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Pass 27 Jun 2008 22,570 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2007 16,716 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2006 11,668 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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RX03 VYW is a 2003 Yamaha XJ900 in Blue with a 892cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 2003 Yamaha XJ900 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.1% with a typical mileage of 24,528 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 RX03 VYW, 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 23 years old, this Yamaha XJ900 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was RX03 VYW registered?

RX03 VYW is a 2003 Yamaha XJ900, first registered on 1 April 2003.

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The MOT history for RX03 VYW shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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