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J473 EUY

1991 Yamaha Xj

Red Petrol 598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2017
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

37,032 mi
Last recorded37,032 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2016
Typical for 1991 Yamaha Xj31,302 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ473 EUY
MakeYamaha
ModelXj
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2016 37,032 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Fail 30 Apr 2016 37,032 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 13 May 2015 33,678 miles
Fail 12 May 2015 33,678 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Jan 2014 32,347 miles

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Handlebar slightly corroded. (2.1.1b)

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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J473 EUY is a 1991 Yamaha Xj in Red with a 598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 J473 EUY, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J473 EUY registered?

J473 EUY is a 1991 Yamaha Xj, first registered on 14 December 1991.

Is J473 EUY safe to buy?

The MOT history for J473 EUY shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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