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R197 PEW

1998 Yamaha XJ900

Red Petrol 891cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Dec 2006
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

45,130 mi
Last recorded45,130 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2005
Typical for 1998 Yamaha XJ90031,642 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR197 PEW
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ900
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine891cc
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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 5 Dec 2005 45,130 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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R197 PEW is a 1998 Yamaha XJ900 in Red with a 891cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1998 Yamaha XJ900 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.8% with a typical mileage of 31,642 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 R197 PEW, 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 28 years old, this Yamaha XJ900 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R197 PEW registered?

R197 PEW is a 1998 Yamaha XJ900, first registered on 10 March 1998.

Is R197 PEW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R197 PEW shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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