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H31 CST

1991 Yamaha Xj

Black Petrol 900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Apr 2018
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

37,702 mi
Last recorded37,702 miles
Recorded on5 Apr 2017
Typical for 1991 Yamaha Xj31,302 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH31 CST
MakeYamaha
ModelXj
Year1991
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine900cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Apr 2017 37,702 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 16 Apr 2016 36,594 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2014 33,683 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 25 Oct 2010 33,660 miles

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

Fail 25 Oct 2010 33,660 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Pass 23 Apr 2009 31,952 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2009 31,952 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 14 May 2008 29,684 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 14 May 2008 29,684 miles

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 22 May 2007 27,184 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 21 Jul 2006 23,716 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2006 23,716 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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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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H31 CST is a 1991 Yamaha Xj in Black with a 900cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1991 Yamaha Xj models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.3% with a typical mileage of 31,302 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 H31 CST, 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 35 years old, this Yamaha Xj is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was H31 CST registered?

H31 CST is a 1991 Yamaha Xj, first registered on 3 April 1991.

Is H31 CST safe to buy?

The MOT history for H31 CST shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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