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W428 DTW

1999 Yamaha Xj

Red Petrol 892cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jan 2017
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

83,484 mi
Last recorded83,484 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2015
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW428 DTW
MakeYamaha
ModelXj
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine892cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2015 83,484 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2015 83,484 miles

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

Fail 23 Dec 2014 71,200 miles

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

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

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 23 Dec 2014 71,200 miles

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

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 13 Dec 2013 64,338 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2013 56,591 miles

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

Pass 7 Jan 2013 56,591 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2011 56,591 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2010 51,278 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2010 51,274 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 22 May 2009 44,476 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 22 May 2009 44,476 miles
Pass 29 May 2008 38,212 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Mar 2007 31,113 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2006 25,192 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2006 25,192 miles

Centre Front Headlamp aim beam image too far to the right (1.6.4)

How Reliable is the Yamaha Xj?

Based on 8,530 MOT tests across 1,095 vehicles.

85.4%
Pass Rate
965
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
1,095
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 85
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 64
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 48
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 31
reflector on motorcycle missing 28
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W428 DTW is a 1999 Yamaha Xj in Red with a 892cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

The most common reason a Yamaha Xj fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 85 recorded failures. If you're considering buying W428 DTW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Xj typically stays on UK roads for around 44 years. At 27 years old, this Yamaha Xj is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was W428 DTW registered?

W428 DTW is a 1999 Yamaha Xj, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is W428 DTW safe to buy?

The MOT history for W428 DTW shows 16 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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