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J842 EEE

1991 Yamaha Xj

Black Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jun 2026
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

11,114 mi
Last recorded11,114 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2025
Typical for 1991 Yamaha Xj31,302 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ842 EEE
MakeYamaha
ModelXj
Year1991
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc
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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2025 11,114 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2024 11,111 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2023 10,505 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2022 9,805 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2021 9,467 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2008 9,190 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2007 8,620 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2007 8,601 miles

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

Pass 1 Aug 2006 8,504 miles

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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J842 EEE is a 1991 Yamaha Xj in Black with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 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 J842 EEE, 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 J842 EEE registered?

J842 EEE is a 1991 Yamaha Xj, first registered on 31 December 1991.

Is J842 EEE safe to buy?

The MOT history for J842 EEE shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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