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V385 FPE

2000 Yamaha XJ900

Red Petrol 892cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Dec 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

75,642 mi
Last recorded75,642 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2025
Typical for 2000 Yamaha XJ90029,108 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV385 FPE
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ900
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine892cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2025 75,642 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2025 75,642 miles

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

Pass 27 Sep 2023 68,022 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2023 68,022 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 10 Sep 2022 66,221 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2021 66,116 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2021 66,116 miles

Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Pass 7 Aug 2019 65,471 miles

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

Pass 10 Aug 2018 64,969 miles

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

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

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

Pass 22 Aug 2017 64,952 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2015 64,935 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2014 64,859 miles

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

Pass 29 Aug 2013 64,773 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2012 64,625 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2011 64,607 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Jul 2010 64,352 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2009 64,121 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2008 63,921 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2006 63,709 miles

Nail in rear tyre

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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V385 FPE is a 2000 Yamaha XJ900 in Red with a 892cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 2000 Yamaha XJ900 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.7% with a typical mileage of 29,108 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 V385 FPE, 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 26 years old, this Yamaha XJ900 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was V385 FPE registered?

V385 FPE is a 2000 Yamaha XJ900, first registered on 14 January 2000.

Is V385 FPE safe to buy?

The MOT history for V385 FPE shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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