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T147 SMR

1999 Yamaha XJ900

Blue Petrol 892cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Feb 2022
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

87,227 mi
Last recorded87,227 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2021
Typical for 1999 Yamaha XJ90032,274 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT147 SMR
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ900
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine892cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2021 87,227 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2020 84,022 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2019 73,731 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2019 73,731 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Feb 2018 71,531 miles

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

Pass 20 Feb 2017 69,326 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2016 69,326 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2015 61,032 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2013 52,886 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2012 41,130 miles

Nearside Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

Offside Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

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

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

Pass 7 Apr 2012 41,130 miles

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

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

Fail 8 Apr 2011 35,036 miles

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

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 8 Apr 2011 35,036 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2010 31,202 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2008 31,161 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2007 31,095 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2006 30,944 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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T147 SMR is a 1999 Yamaha XJ900 in Blue with a 892cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 T147 SMR, 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 T147 SMR registered?

T147 SMR is a 1999 Yamaha XJ900, first registered on 28 April 1999.

Is T147 SMR safe to buy?

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