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E824 BNA

1987 Yamaha XJ900

Black Petrol 891cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Mar 2011
Tests7 (3 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate42.9%

Mileage

51,951 mi
Last recorded51,951 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2010
Typical for 1987 Yamaha XJ90038,572 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE824 BNA
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ900
Year1987
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine891cc

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MOT History

3 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2010 51,951 miles

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Fail 10 Mar 2010 51,778 miles

All position lamps adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

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

Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.6)

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

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 20 Jul 2009 51,676 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has excessive run out (3.2.A1m)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp dipped beam affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.2c)

Rear Brake disc(s) has excessive run out (3.2.A1m)

brake hose ferrels slightly deteriorated

rear tyre under inflated

Pass 28 May 2008 51,517 miles
Fail 21 May 2008 51,517 miles

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

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

front tyre cracking

Pass 24 May 2007 51,328 miles

slight corrosion of frame

front and rear brakes binding slightly

Fail 24 May 2007 51,328 miles

Offside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

front and rear brakes binding slightly

slight corrosion of frame

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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E824 BNA is a 1987 Yamaha XJ900 in Black with a 891cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 42.9%.

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 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 E824 BNA, 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 E824 BNA registered?

E824 BNA is a 1987 Yamaha XJ900, first registered on 1 January 1987.

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