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H393 AAU

1991 Yamaha Xj

Green Petrol 598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2017
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

1 mi
Last recorded1 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2016
Typical for 1991 Yamaha Xj31,302 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH393 AAU
MakeYamaha
ModelXj
Year1991
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2016 1 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2015 28,741 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

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

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

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Fail 28 Oct 2014 28,709 miles

Rear suspension component seized (2.4A2a(ii))

Rear suspension movement is excessively stiff (2.4.A.3b)

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

Steering movement excessively stiff with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i)) DANGEROUS

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Nail in rear tyre

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

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

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

Pass 22 Apr 2014 27,876 miles

Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

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

Rear suspension slightly corroded (2.4.A.2d)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 22 Apr 2014 27,876 miles

Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

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

Rear suspension slightly corroded (2.4.A.2d)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 14 Mar 2013 27,182 miles

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

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

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Pass 14 Mar 2013 27,182 miles

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

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

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Pass 3 Mar 2012 25,825 miles

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

Pass 18 Jun 2009 24,624 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2008 22,217 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 5 Jul 2008 22,217 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2006 21,650 miles
Fail 23 Dec 2005 21,634 miles

Front Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

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

Rear Brake component worn but not seriously reduced in strength (3.2.A1)

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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H393 AAU is a 1991 Yamaha Xj in Green with a 598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 H393 AAU, 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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H393 AAU is a 1991 Yamaha Xj, first registered on 10 June 1991.

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