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N477 DKU

1996 Yamaha XJ900

Black Petrol 891cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 May 2025
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

15,773 mi
Last recorded15,773 miles
Recorded on11 May 2024
Typical for 1996 Yamaha XJ90035,210 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN477 DKU
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ900
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine891cc
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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 May 2024 15,773 miles

Nearside Front Clutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))

Offside Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 2 Sep 2022 977 miles

Clutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Fail 2 Sep 2022 977 miles

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Clutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 12 Jun 2021

Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 17 Mar 2020 79,912 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Rear Brake caliper support mount locking device missing

Fail 17 Mar 2020 79,912 miles

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Rear Brake caliper support mount locking device missing

Pass 19 Mar 2019 28,258 miles

Rear Lower Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Aug 2017 28,247 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2016 28,222 miles

Front and rear tyres were excessively under-inflated

Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 24 Apr 2014 28,220 miles

Front and rear tyres were excessively under-inflated

Pass 7 May 2013 28,208 miles
Pass 8 May 2012 28,188 miles

front and rear tyres were under inflated

Pass 27 Apr 2011 28,057 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2011 28,055 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Lower Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 25 Feb 2010 22,073 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Front brake hose rubbing lower fork leg

Front tyre valve perished

Handlebars possibly bent

Lefthand hardlebar grip partially loose

Offside silencer joint pipe loose on collector

Rear Brake linkage clevis joint slightly worn (3.2.A1d)

Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Rear brake pad spring plate fitted incorrectly

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 25 Feb 2010 22,073 miles

Front Tyre is unsuitable (4.1.1)

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Front brake hose rubbing lower fork leg

Front tyre valve perished

Handlebars possibly bent

Lefthand hardlebar grip partially loose

Offside silencer joint pipe loose on collector

Rear Brake linkage clevis joint slightly worn (3.2.A1d)

Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Rear brake pad spring plate fitted incorrectly

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 17 Mar 2009 21,036 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2008 20,474 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2006 19,153 miles

Centre Rear Lower Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Pass 20 Sep 2005 16,874 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha XJ900?

Based on 45,127 MOT tests across 4,133 vehicles.

83.8%
Pass Rate
1,020
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
4,133
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 727
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 569
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 485
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 425
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 242
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N477 DKU is a 1996 Yamaha XJ900 in Black with a 891cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1996 Yamaha XJ900 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.9% with a typical mileage of 35,210 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 XJ900 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 727 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N477 DKU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha XJ900 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 30 years old, this Yamaha XJ900 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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N477 DKU is a 1996 Yamaha XJ900, first registered on 22 March 1996.

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