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B885 BJO

1985 Yamaha Xj

Maroon Petrol 700cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2026
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

23,929 mi
Last recorded23,929 miles
Recorded on24 May 2025
Typical for 1985 Yamaha Xj22,135 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB885 BJO
MakeYamaha
ModelXj
Year1985
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine700cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 24 May 2025 23,929 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2024 23,402 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2023 22,193 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2019 22,180 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2018 21,866 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2016 20,676 miles

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

Pass 8 Dec 2015 18,528 miles

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

Pass 13 Dec 2014 16,844 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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B885 BJO is a 1985 Yamaha Xj in Maroon with a 700cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1985 Yamaha Xj models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.2% with a typical mileage of 22,135 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 B885 BJO, 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 41 years old, this Yamaha Xj is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was B885 BJO registered?

B885 BJO is a 1985 Yamaha Xj, first registered on 31 December 1985.

Is B885 BJO safe to buy?

The MOT history for B885 BJO shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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