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UVK 812Y

1983 Yamaha XJ900

Red Petrol 853cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2024
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

51,730 mi
Last recorded51,730 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2023
Typical for 1983 Yamaha XJ90044,597 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUVK 812Y
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ900
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine853cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2023 51,730 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

brake light not working from front brake not required due to age. registered before 1st April 1986

Pass 1 Sep 2021 51,610 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 2 Sep 2020 51,498 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2019 51,397 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2018 51,166 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2017 51,010 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.3mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 9 Aug 2016 49,329 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2015 48,724 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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

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

Pass 11 Aug 2014 48,235 miles

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

Pass 17 Aug 2013 47,635 miles

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

Pass 17 Aug 2012 47,384 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2006 40,458 miles

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

Pass 30 Aug 2005 38,012 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2005 38,006 miles

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Front position lamp missing (1.1.1a)

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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UVK 812Y is a 1983 Yamaha XJ900 in Red with a 853cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 1983 Yamaha XJ900 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.0% with a typical mileage of 44,597 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 UVK 812Y, 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 43 years old, this Yamaha XJ900 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was UVK 812Y registered?

UVK 812Y is a 1983 Yamaha XJ900, first registered on 18 April 1983.

Is UVK 812Y safe to buy?

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