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C859 JGR

1986 Yamaha Xj

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jul 2017
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

70,532 mi
Last recorded70,532 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2016
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC859 JGR
MakeYamaha
ModelXj
Year1986
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2016 70,532 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2016 70,532 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 25 Jun 2014 70,534 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2014 70,534 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 20 Oct 2011 70,268 miles

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

Fail 21 Aug 2010 68,944 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 21 Aug 2010 68,944 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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C859 JGR is a 1986 Yamaha Xj in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 C859 JGR, 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 40 years old, this Yamaha Xj is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was C859 JGR registered?

C859 JGR is a 1986 Yamaha Xj, first registered on 31 December 1986.

Is C859 JGR safe to buy?

The MOT history for C859 JGR shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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