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F26 BKD

1989 Yamaha Xj

Red Petrol 598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Apr 2018
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

21,983 mi
Last recorded21,983 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2017
Typical for 1989 Yamaha Xj34,056 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF26 BKD
MakeYamaha
ModelXj
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2017 21,983 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 11 Apr 2016 21,296 miles

Front small cracks in tyre sidewall

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 14 Apr 2015 19,961 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Offside Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

rear suspension slightly stiff

small cracks in front tyre sidewall

Pass 16 Apr 2014 19,760 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2013 18,333 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2013 18,333 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 18 Apr 2012 16,447 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2010 16,149 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2010 16,144 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 17 Apr 2007 16,110 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 25 Mar 2006 16,070 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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F26 BKD is a 1989 Yamaha Xj in Red with a 598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1989 Yamaha Xj models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.8% with a typical mileage of 34,056 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 F26 BKD, 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 37 years old, this Yamaha Xj is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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F26 BKD is a 1989 Yamaha Xj, first registered on 6 June 1989.

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