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N648 FRN

1995 Yamaha Xj

Black Petrol 892cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Aug 2026
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

27,009 mi
Last recorded27,009 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2025
Typical for 1995 Yamaha Xj31,523 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN648 FRN
MakeYamaha
ModelXj
Year1995
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine892cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2025 27,009 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 29 Jul 2024 26,253 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2024 26,241 miles

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 16 May 2023 25,980 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2022 24,823 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2022 24,823 miles

Position lamp likely to become detached (4.2.1 (c) (ii))

Pass 29 Mar 2021 24,221 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2020 23,984 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

rear tyre has cut in but not deep

Pass 15 Apr 2019 23,666 miles

both tyres showing signs of age

Fail 13 Apr 2019 23,666 miles

Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

both tyres showing signs of age

Pass 2 Jun 2018 23,064 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2015 23,047 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2014 22,971 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2013 22,958 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2012 22,655 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2011 22,643 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 25 Nov 2010 22,354 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2009 22,136 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2008 21,709 miles

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

Pass 30 Nov 2007 20,886 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2007 20,886 miles

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

Pass 23 Nov 2006 19,928 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 4 Nov 2005 19,878 miles

Front Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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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N648 FRN is a 1995 Yamaha Xj in Black with a 892cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 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 N648 FRN, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N648 FRN registered?

N648 FRN is a 1995 Yamaha Xj, first registered on 7 November 1995.

Is N648 FRN safe to buy?

The MOT history for N648 FRN shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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