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S885 BHO

1999 Yamaha XJ900

Blue Petrol 892cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Oct 2016
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

69,078 mi
Last recorded69,078 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2015
Typical for 1999 Yamaha XJ90032,274 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS885 BHO
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ900
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine892cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2015 69,078 miles

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

Fail 20 Oct 2015 69,078 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

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

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

Pass 10 Sep 2014 66,827 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2013 64,753 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

down pipe outer loose

Pass 13 Sep 2012 64,260 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2011 63,611 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2011 63,611 miles

Rear Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Pass 3 Aug 2010 61,652 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2010 61,652 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Jul 2009 61,385 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2008 59,339 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2007 57,361 miles

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

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 10 Apr 2006 56,790 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2006 56,790 miles

Front Brake component has restricted free movement and operation is likely to be impeded (3.2.A1h)

Front Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

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

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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S885 BHO is a 1999 Yamaha XJ900 in Blue with a 892cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 S885 BHO, 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 S885 BHO registered?

S885 BHO is a 1999 Yamaha XJ900, first registered on 13 February 1999.

Is S885 BHO safe to buy?

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