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Y278 HWJ

2001 Yamaha XJ900

Red Petrol 892cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jun 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

34,323 mi
Last recorded34,323 miles
Recorded on13 May 2026
Typical for 2001 Yamaha XJ90027,900 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY278 HWJ
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ900
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine892cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 May 2026 34,323 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2025 33,855 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2024 33,796 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 13 Sep 2022 33,181 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2021 33,001 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2020 31,208 miles
Pass 13 May 2019 30,444 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2018 28,145 miles

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

Pass 9 May 2016 26,442 miles
Pass 12 May 2015 25,928 miles

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 13 Nov 2013 23,747 miles

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

Pass 1 Aug 2012 23,385 miles

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

Pass 8 Aug 2011 22,618 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2010 20,404 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2009 20,314 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2008 20,176 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2008 19,998 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2007 18,004 miles

no 2 and 3 exhaust clamps in poor condition

Pass 24 Apr 2006 13,812 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2006 13,812 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c) DANGEROUS

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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Y278 HWJ is a 2001 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 2001 Yamaha XJ900 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.6% with a typical mileage of 27,900 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 Y278 HWJ, 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 25 years old, this Yamaha XJ900 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was Y278 HWJ registered?

Y278 HWJ is a 2001 Yamaha XJ900, first registered on 10 May 2001.

Is Y278 HWJ safe to buy?

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