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G601 SCA

1990 Yamaha XJ900

Black Petrol 891cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2021
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

22,630 mi
Last recorded22,630 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2020
Typical for 1990 Yamaha XJ90037,929 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG601 SCA
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ900
Year1990
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine891cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2020 22,630 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Oct 2016 22,589 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2015 22,490 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2014 22,351 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2013 22,040 miles

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Pass 25 Sep 2012 21,839 miles

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

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

rear and front brakes have a slight bind

rear brake furrel corroded

Pass 28 Sep 2011 21,651 miles

Rear Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Rear Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

Pass 28 Sep 2010 21,508 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2009 21,429 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2009 21,429 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 4 Jul 2008 21,414 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2007 21,387 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2006 21,223 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2006 21,223 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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

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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G601 SCA is a 1990 Yamaha XJ900 in Black with a 891cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1990 Yamaha XJ900 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.8% with a typical mileage of 37,929 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 G601 SCA, 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 36 years old, this Yamaha XJ900 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was G601 SCA registered?

G601 SCA is a 1990 Yamaha XJ900, first registered on 1 April 1990.

Is G601 SCA safe to buy?

The MOT history for G601 SCA shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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