CarVerify

Free Car Check

E850 KAJ

1987 Yamaha XJ900

White Petrol 891cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2022
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

54,680 mi
Last recorded54,680 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2021
Typical for 1987 Yamaha XJ90038,572 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Yamaha
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationE850 KAJ
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ900
Year1987
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine891cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2021 54,680 miles
Pass 10 May 2018 54,527 miles
Fail 10 May 2018 54,527 miles

Rear Brake reaction bracket securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1j)

Pass 23 May 2017 54,417 miles
Fail 23 May 2017 54,417 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 18 Dec 2012 51,798 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2009 47,073 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2008 42,391 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2007 39,885 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2006 38,572 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
Full Yamaha XJ900 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

E850 KAJ is a 1987 Yamaha XJ900 in White with a 891cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 E850 KAJ, 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

How do I check the history of E850 KAJ?

You can check the full history of E850 KAJ by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was E850 KAJ registered?

E850 KAJ is a 1987 Yamaha XJ900, first registered on 27 August 1987.

Is E850 KAJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for E850 KAJ shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does E850 KAJ have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on E850 KAJ. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.