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M956 TCX

1995 Yamaha Xj

Silver Petrol 598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2023
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

4,335 mi
Last recorded4,335 miles
Recorded on28 May 2022
Typical for 1995 Yamaha Xj31,523 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM956 TCX
MakeYamaha
ModelXj
Year1995
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 May 2022 4,335 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 30 Jun 2020 1,607 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2019 23,069 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2019 23,055 miles

Rear Tyre has ply or cord exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 31 Jul 2018 19,861 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 31 Jul 2017 19,155 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2017 19,155 miles

Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)

Pass 22 Mar 2016 18,552 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2014 18,052 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2013 17,351 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2013 17,351 miles

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Pass 19 Jun 2012 16,339 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2012 16,339 miles

Front Motorcycle structure insecure and likely to affect the correct functioning of the steering or braking (6.1.1c)

Rear Registration plate does not have black characters on a yellow background (6.3.2a)

Pass 10 Jun 2011 14,982 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2010 12,424 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2009 12,149 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2008 11,476 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2007 9,889 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2007 9,885 miles

Front Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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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M956 TCX is a 1995 Yamaha Xj in Silver with a 598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 M956 TCX, 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 M956 TCX registered?

M956 TCX is a 1995 Yamaha Xj, first registered on 8 March 1995.

Is M956 TCX safe to buy?

The MOT history for M956 TCX shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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