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Y39 XRY

2001 Yamaha XJ900

Black Petrol 891cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jul 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

19,033 mi
Last recorded19,033 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2025
Typical for 2001 Yamaha XJ90027,900 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY39 XRY
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ900
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine891cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2025 19,033 miles

front brake slight bind

Pass 13 Jun 2024 18,053 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 20 Jun 2022 16,195 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake caliper slightly damaged but function not impaired brake disc fouling caliper (1.1.16 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 16 Jun 2022 16,185 miles

Rear Brake disc fractured (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake caliper slightly damaged but function not impaired brake disc fouling caliper (1.1.16 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 18 Jun 2021 14,589 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front indicator poor condition (adhesive tape)

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Jun 2019 13,695 miles
Pass 18 May 2018 9,268 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2006 9,232 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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Y39 XRY is a 2001 Yamaha XJ900 in Black with a 891cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 Y39 XRY, 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 Y39 XRY registered?

Y39 XRY is a 2001 Yamaha XJ900, first registered on 23 May 2001.

Is Y39 XRY safe to buy?

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