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T221 FPP

1999 Yamaha XJ900

Blue Petrol 892cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Sep 2026
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

28,129 mi
Last recorded28,129 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2025
Typical for 1999 Yamaha XJ90032,274 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT221 FPP
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ900
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine892cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2025 28,129 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2024 27,777 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 16 Aug 2023 88 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2022 27,537 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 11 Aug 2021 25,929 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2021 25,929 miles

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Sep 2020 25,628 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 21 Aug 2020 25,627 miles

Front Position lamp missing (4.2.1 (a))

Fuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 25 Jul 2019 24,654 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 21 Jul 2018 21,385 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2018 21,385 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 22 Jul 2017 18,721 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2016 15,670 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2016 15,670 miles

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

Pass 21 Aug 2015 32,834 miles

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

Pass 10 Jul 2013 32,466 miles

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

Pass 9 Jun 2012 31,930 miles

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

Pass 26 May 2011 30,775 miles
Pass 29 May 2010 26,300 miles
Pass 30 May 2009 19,635 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2008 19,060 miles
Pass 31 May 2007 18,794 miles
Pass 3 May 2006 18,697 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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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T221 FPP 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 T221 FPP, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of T221 FPP?

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What year was T221 FPP registered?

T221 FPP is a 1999 Yamaha XJ900, first registered on 8 May 1999.

Is T221 FPP safe to buy?

The MOT history for T221 FPP 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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