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T265 BJW

1999 Yamaha XJ900

Red Petrol 892cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Nov 2026
Tests23 (22 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.7%

Mileage

55,747 mi
Last recorded55,747 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2025
Typical for 1999 Yamaha XJ90032,274 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT265 BJW
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ900
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine892cc

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MOT History

22 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2025 55,747 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2024 55,717 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2023 55,542 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2023 55,307 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2022 54,429 miles
Pass 5 May 2021 53,710 miles
Pass 12 May 2020 51,854 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2019 50,303 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2018 47,955 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2017 46,185 miles
Pass 9 May 2016 44,739 miles

front tyre slighty mis-shaped

Pass 17 Jul 2015 44,324 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 17 Jul 2014 43,593 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 25 Jul 2013 42,791 miles

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

rear tyre tread starting to separate

Fail 25 Jul 2013 42,791 miles

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

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

rear tyre tread starting to separate

Pass 13 Jul 2012 42,382 miles

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

Pass 30 Jun 2011 35,580 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2010 34,491 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2010 31,759 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2009 30,127 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2008 28,288 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2007 25,887 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2006 24,888 miles

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

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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T265 BJW is a 1999 Yamaha XJ900 in Red with a 892cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 T265 BJW, 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

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What year was T265 BJW registered?

T265 BJW is a 1999 Yamaha XJ900, first registered on 15 April 1999.

Is T265 BJW safe to buy?

The MOT history for T265 BJW shows 23 tests with a 95.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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