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Y98 TKJ

2001 Yamaha XJ900

Red Petrol 892cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2021
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

2,495 mi
Last recorded2,495 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2020
Typical for 2001 Yamaha XJ90027,900 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY98 TKJ
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ900
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine892cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2020 2,495 miles

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

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Pass 7 Aug 2019 3 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2018 31 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2017 89,373 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2016 83,594 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2015 76,361 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2014 70,444 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 6 Aug 2013 63,106 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2013 63,106 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 20 Aug 2011 52,540 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2010 42,772 miles

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

Fail 9 Aug 2010 42,772 miles

Front Brake master cylinder fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d)

Front Brake master cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.2.B1e)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

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

Pass 11 Aug 2009 33,756 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 5 Jul 2008 20,064 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2007 16,082 miles

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

Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1b)

right foot peg damaged

Pass 8 Oct 2007 16,082 miles

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

right foot peg damaged

Pass 9 Oct 2006 12,615 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2006 12,506 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

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

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

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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Y98 TKJ is a 2001 Yamaha XJ900 in Red with a 892cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 Y98 TKJ, 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 Y98 TKJ registered?

Y98 TKJ is a 2001 Yamaha XJ900, first registered on 15 March 2001.

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The MOT history for Y98 TKJ shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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