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UCZ 8951

1997 Yamaha Xj 900 S

Red Other 892cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Aug 2026
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

38,134 mi
Last recorded38,134 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2025
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Xj 900 S24,940 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUCZ 8951
MakeYamaha
ModelXj 900 S
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typeOther
Engine892cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 21 Aug 2025 38,134 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2024 37,915 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2023 37,882 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2022 37,524 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha Xj 900 S?

Based on 1,099 MOT tests across 170 vehicles.

85.4%
Pass Rate
1,037
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
170
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 14
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 12
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 11
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 11
Headlamp aim too high 7
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UCZ 8951 is a 1997 Yamaha Xj 900 S in Red with a 892cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Yamaha Xj 900 S models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.8% with a typical mileage of 24,940 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha Xj 900 S fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 14 recorded failures. If you're considering buying UCZ 8951, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Xj 900 S typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 29 years old, this Yamaha Xj 900 S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was UCZ 8951 registered?

UCZ 8951 is a 1997 Yamaha Xj 900 S, first registered on 21 June 1997.

Is UCZ 8951 safe to buy?

The MOT history for UCZ 8951 shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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