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SF03 OUJ

2003 Yamaha XJ900

Silver Petrol 892cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2023
Tests25 (16 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate64%

Mileage

88,692 mi
Last recorded88,692 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2023
Typical for 2003 Yamaha XJ90024,528 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSF03 OUJ
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ900
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine892cc

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MOT History

16 pass 9 fail
Fail 6 Jun 2023 88,692 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly revving too high on tick over (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Front Tyre has a lump or bulge caused by separation or partial failure of its structure out of shape (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 Jun 2022 88,024 miles
Pass 11 May 2021 87,239 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2021 87,203 miles

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak at fork stanchion seal (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 29 May 2019 86,074 miles
Fail 29 May 2019 86,074 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 May 2018 85,340 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 20 May 2017 83,212 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2016 78,142 miles

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

Pass 27 Apr 2015 72,483 miles
Pass 8 May 2014 66,949 miles
Fail 8 May 2014 66,949 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Pass 8 May 2013 59,925 miles

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

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

Pass 12 May 2012 58,660 miles

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

Fail 4 May 2012 58,656 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Pass 29 Apr 2011 55,604 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2011 55,600 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 16 Apr 2010 5,187 miles

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

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

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 16 Apr 2010 5,187 miles

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

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

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 18 Apr 2009 48,698 miles

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

Fail 18 Apr 2009 48,698 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Pass 29 Mar 2008 43,164 miles

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

Pass 24 Mar 2007 37,650 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2007 37,650 miles

Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 18 Mar 2006 31,062 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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SF03 OUJ is a 2003 Yamaha XJ900 in Silver with a 892cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64%.

Across all 2003 Yamaha XJ900 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.1% with a typical mileage of 24,528 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 SF03 OUJ, 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 23 years old, this Yamaha XJ900 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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SF03 OUJ is a 2003 Yamaha XJ900, first registered on 11 April 2003.

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