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YKR 334X

1997 Yamaha Xj

Blue Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2017
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

12,577 mi
Last recorded12,577 miles
Recorded on17 May 2016
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Xj21,402 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYKR 334X
MakeYamaha
ModelXj
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 May 2016 12,577 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2014 12,024 miles

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

Fail 10 Apr 2014 12,024 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 8 May 2012 11,763 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 8 May 2012 11,763 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 18 Apr 2011 11,692 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Pass 18 Apr 2011 11,692 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Pass 23 Oct 2009 11,562 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2008 11,097 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2007 10,968 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2006 10,233 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2005 10,214 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha Xj?

Based on 8,530 MOT tests across 1,095 vehicles.

85.4%
Pass Rate
965
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
1,095
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 85
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 64
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 48
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 31
reflector on motorcycle missing 28
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YKR 334X is a 1997 Yamaha Xj in Blue with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1997 Yamaha Xj models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.5% with a typical mileage of 21,402 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 Xj fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 85 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YKR 334X, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Xj typically stays on UK roads for around 44 years. At 29 years old, this Yamaha Xj is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was YKR 334X registered?

YKR 334X is a 1997 Yamaha Xj, first registered on 25 February 1997.

Is YKR 334X safe to buy?

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