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VU52 WCV

2003 Yamaha XJ900

Silver Petrol 892cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Feb 2015
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

63,319 mi
Last recorded63,319 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2014
Typical for 2003 Yamaha XJ90024,528 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU52 WCV
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ900
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine892cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2014 63,319 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 22 Feb 2013 58,183 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Fail 8 Feb 2013 58,183 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) excessively scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Lower Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 14 Feb 2012 52,530 miles

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

Fail 8 Feb 2012 52,523 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 10 Feb 2011 47,277 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Feb 2010 41,824 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Pass 4 Feb 2009 36,501 miles

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

Pass 12 Feb 2008 31,105 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2007 28,128 miles

Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 7 Feb 2006 22,117 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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VU52 WCV is a 2003 Yamaha XJ900 in Silver with a 892cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2003 Yamaha XJ900 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.1% with a typical mileage of 24,528 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 VU52 WCV, 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 23 years old, this Yamaha XJ900 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was VU52 WCV registered?

VU52 WCV is a 2003 Yamaha XJ900, first registered on 15 February 2003.

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