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M68 YAR

1995 Yamaha Xj

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2014
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

62,962 mi
Last recorded62,962 miles
Recorded on9 May 2014
Typical for 1995 Yamaha Xj31,523 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM68 YAR
MakeYamaha
ModelXj
Year1995
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Fail 9 May 2014 62,962 miles

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

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

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 9 May 2013 59,828 miles
Pass 10 May 2012 54,830 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2009 51,482 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 23 Feb 2008 48,615 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

handlebar end wieghts missing.

Fail 16 Feb 2008 48,589 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

handlebar end wieghts missing.

Pass 6 Jan 2007 47,628 miles

Front Brake lever is damaged but the brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

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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M68 YAR is a 1995 Yamaha Xj in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1995 Yamaha Xj models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.4% with a typical mileage of 31,523 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 M68 YAR, 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 31 years old, this Yamaha Xj is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was M68 YAR registered?

M68 YAR is a 1995 Yamaha Xj, first registered on 17 June 1995.

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