MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
20,399 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)
Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))
Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)
Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))
Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)
Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)
Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)
Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))
Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)
Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)
Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))
Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)
Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)
Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)
Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)
Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))
rear caliper would benefit from a service
rear suspension slightly stiff operation
How Reliable is the Yamaha Xj 900 S?
Based on 1,099 MOT tests across 170 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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S283 OEW is a 1998 Yamaha Xj 900 S in Red with a 892cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.
Across all 1998 Yamaha Xj 900 S models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.7% with a typical mileage of 36,514 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 Xj 900 S fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 14 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S283 OEW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Yamaha Xj 900 S typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 28 years old, this Yamaha Xj 900 S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was S283 OEW registered?
S283 OEW is a 1998 Yamaha Xj 900 S, first registered on 5 September 1998.
Is S283 OEW safe to buy?
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