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F897 FUM

1989 Yamaha Xj

Red Petrol 598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Sep 2015
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

1,444 mi
Last recorded1,444 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2014
Typical for 1989 Yamaha Xj34,056 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Yamaha
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF897 FUM
MakeYamaha
ModelXj
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 22 Aug 2014 1,444 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2013 51,487 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

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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F897 FUM is a 1989 Yamaha Xj in Red with a 598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 F897 FUM, 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 F897 FUM registered?

F897 FUM is a 1989 Yamaha Xj, first registered on 31 May 1989.

Is F897 FUM safe to buy?

The MOT history for F897 FUM shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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