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S178 JNW

1998 Yamaha XJ900

Blue Petrol 892cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

44,179 mi
Last recorded44,179 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2017
Typical for 1998 Yamaha XJ90031,642 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS178 JNW
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ900
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine892cc
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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2017 44,179 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 15 Apr 2016 41,953 miles
Pass 7 May 2015 40,672 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2014 38,821 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2014 38,821 miles

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

Pass 15 Apr 2013 35,103 miles

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

Pass 5 May 2012 34,168 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 32,524 miles
Pass 8 May 2010 31,229 miles

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

Pass 20 Apr 2009 29,710 miles
Pass 8 May 2008 28,001 miles
Pass 12 May 2007 26,190 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2006 24,377 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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S178 JNW is a 1998 Yamaha XJ900 in Blue with a 892cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1998 Yamaha XJ900 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.8% with a typical mileage of 31,642 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 S178 JNW, 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 28 years old, this Yamaha XJ900 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was S178 JNW registered?

S178 JNW is a 1998 Yamaha XJ900, first registered on 18 December 1998.

Is S178 JNW safe to buy?

The MOT history for S178 JNW shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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