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F720 FPW

1989 Yamaha Xj

Maroon Petrol 700cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2024
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

33,725 mi
Last recorded33,725 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2023
Typical for 1989 Yamaha Xj34,056 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF720 FPW
MakeYamaha
ModelXj
Year1989
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine700cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2023 33,725 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2022 33,469 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2022 33,458 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Aug 2019 33,186 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2018 33,021 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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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F720 FPW is a 1989 Yamaha Xj in Maroon with a 700cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 F720 FPW, 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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What year was F720 FPW registered?

F720 FPW is a 1989 Yamaha Xj, first registered on 29 June 1989.

Is F720 FPW safe to buy?

The MOT history for F720 FPW shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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