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Y717 WFL

2001 Yamaha XJ900

Red Petrol 892cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 May 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

4,404 mi
Last recorded4,404 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2026
Typical for 2001 Yamaha XJ90027,900 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY717 WFL
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ900
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine892cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2026 4,404 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Rear Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear shock mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit very rusty (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 May 2025 3,870 miles

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

Pass 16 May 2024 1,820 miles
Pass 24 May 2023 19 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2021 22,421 miles

Centre stand damaged.

Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement Pro Link bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 25 Oct 2021 22,399 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition Blowing from collector (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake rod insecure Split pins missing/nut loose (1.1.15 (c))

Rear Brake lever has abnormal movement of levers indicating excessive wear or maladjustment (1.1.15 (f))

Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

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

Centre stand damaged.

Clutch lever damaged.

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

Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement Pro Link bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Oct 2020 19,782 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2017 19,602 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2016 19,522 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2015 18,791 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2014 18,089 miles

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

Pass 9 Apr 2013 16,579 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2012 15,054 miles

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

Pass 18 Apr 2011 12,143 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 16 Apr 2010 9,728 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2009 7,339 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2008 5,116 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2007 2,176 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2006 948 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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Y717 WFL is a 2001 Yamaha XJ900 in Red with a 892cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 Y717 WFL, 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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Y717 WFL is a 2001 Yamaha XJ900, first registered on 22 March 2001.

Is Y717 WFL safe to buy?

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