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S170 XCR

1999 Yamaha XJ900

Red Petrol 892cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Mar 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

15,963 mi
Last recorded15,963 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2026
Typical for 1999 Yamaha XJ90032,274 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS170 XCR
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ900
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine892cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2026 15,963 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2025 14,387 miles

Nearside Front Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Fail 20 Feb 2025 14,387 miles

Rear Suspension rod pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 2 Nov 2023 13,531 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2022 11,989 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2022 11,896 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Suspension rod pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 19 Apr 2022 11,896 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Suspension rod pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii))

Pass 11 Jun 2021 11,404 miles

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

Pass 3 Jul 2020 11,115 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2018 10,925 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2017 10,413 miles

Central Rear Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Pass 26 Feb 2014 10,412 miles

rear tyre perished and split

Pass 25 Jan 2012 10,313 miles

rear brake travel

Pass 23 Jun 2010 10,302 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2009 10,293 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2008 10,091 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2007 10,041 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2006 10,015 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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S170 XCR is a 1999 Yamaha XJ900 in Red with a 892cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1999 Yamaha XJ900 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.4% with a typical mileage of 32,274 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 S170 XCR, 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 27 years old, this Yamaha XJ900 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was S170 XCR registered?

S170 XCR is a 1999 Yamaha XJ900, first registered on 21 January 1999.

Is S170 XCR safe to buy?

The MOT history for S170 XCR shows 18 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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