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S294 BDM

1999 Yamaha XJ900

Blue Petrol 892cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jun 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

24,887 mi
Last recorded24,887 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2026
Typical for 1999 Yamaha XJ90032,274 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS294 BDM
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ900
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine892cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2026 24,887 miles

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Jun 2025 24,567 miles

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Oct 2023 24,473 miles

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 18 May 2022 24,263 miles
Pass 19 May 2021 24,133 miles
Pass 22 May 2020 23,716 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2018 23,486 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2018 23,486 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 Jun 2017 23,208 miles

Final drive and rear wheel bearings slightly noisy

Front brake lever spongey

Front exhaust down pipe outer covers starting to come loose

Pass 27 Jun 2016 22,776 miles

Front Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front brake lever spongey

Lower Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Pass 22 Jun 2015 22,468 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Nearside Rear Lower Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 30 Jun 2014 22,095 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Rear brake travel nearing limit. Rear brake songy

Pass 30 Jun 2014 22,095 miles

Rear brake travel nearing limit. Rear brake songy

Pass 21 Jun 2013 21,880 miles

Slight play in rear suspension pivot bushes

Fail 21 Jun 2013 21,880 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel spindle securing nut(s) loose (2.4.A.2b)

Slight play in rear suspension pivot bushes

Pass 27 Jun 2012 21,807 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Pass 29 Jun 2011 21,627 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 28 Jun 2010 21,404 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 29 Jun 2009 21,176 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2008 20,082 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2007 19,104 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2007 19,104 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Pass 28 Feb 2006 17,828 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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S294 BDM is a 1999 Yamaha XJ900 in Blue with a 892cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 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 S294 BDM, 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 S294 BDM registered?

S294 BDM is a 1999 Yamaha XJ900, first registered on 26 January 1999.

Is S294 BDM safe to buy?

The MOT history for S294 BDM shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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