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T988 JNV

1999 Yamaha XJ900

Red Petrol 892cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jun 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

47,748 mi
Last recorded47,748 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2026
Typical for 1999 Yamaha XJ90032,274 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT988 JNV
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ900
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine892cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2026 47,748 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 17 Aug 2024 46,777 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2023 40,845 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2022 39,989 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2021 36,293 miles

rear tyre tread starting to lift

Pass 28 Feb 2020 34,969 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2019 32,330 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2018 29,862 miles

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

Pass 2 Mar 2017 24,054 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2015 21,486 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2014 18,337 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2013 16,377 miles

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

Pass 23 Jun 2012 15,282 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2012 15,282 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 13 Jun 2011 13,540 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2010 12,477 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2009 11,985 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2008 11,471 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2007 10,631 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2006 10,209 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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T988 JNV is a 1999 Yamaha XJ900 in Red with a 892cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 T988 JNV, 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 T988 JNV registered?

T988 JNV is a 1999 Yamaha XJ900, first registered on 8 June 1999.

Is T988 JNV safe to buy?

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