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E488 PWX

1987 Yamaha XJ900

Black Petrol 891cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2018
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

83,650 mi
Last recorded83,650 miles
Recorded on27 May 2017
Typical for 1987 Yamaha XJ90038,572 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE488 PWX
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ900
Year1987
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine891cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 27 May 2017 83,650 miles
Pass 25 May 2016 62,346 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2015 42,129 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2014 20,117 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2013 87,924 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2008 65,404 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 14 Nov 2007 64,159 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2006 58,317 miles

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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E488 PWX is a 1987 Yamaha XJ900 in Black with a 891cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1987 Yamaha XJ900 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.3% with a typical mileage of 38,572 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 E488 PWX, 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 39 years old, this Yamaha XJ900 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was E488 PWX registered?

E488 PWX is a 1987 Yamaha XJ900, first registered on 1 August 1987.

Is E488 PWX safe to buy?

The MOT history for E488 PWX 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.

Does E488 PWX have outstanding finance?

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