MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
51,076 miSignificantly above average — investigate
Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.
Vehicle Details
All premium checks include
50+ data pointsMOT History
Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)
Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)
Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)
Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)
Rear Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))
Rear Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b) DANGEROUS
Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)
Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)
Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.3)
Rear mono-shock insecure (2.4.B.4)
Rear shock absorber insecurely mounted (2.4.A.3b)
How Reliable is the Yamaha XJ900?
Based on 45,127 MOT tests across 4,133 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
Don't risk it. Know before you buy.
Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.
Y987 GWV is a 2001 Yamaha XJ900 in Red with a 892cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.
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 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 Y987 GWV, 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I check the history of Y987 GWV?
You can check the full history of Y987 GWV by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.
What year was Y987 GWV registered?
Y987 GWV is a 2001 Yamaha XJ900, first registered on 2 July 2001.
Is Y987 GWV safe to buy?
The MOT history for Y987 GWV 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.
Does Y987 GWV have outstanding finance?
Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on Y987 GWV. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.
No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.