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W233 VGK

2000 Yamaha XJ900

Blue Petrol 892cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 May 2019
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

1,855 mi
Last recorded1,855 miles
Recorded on8 May 2018
Typical for 2000 Yamaha XJ90029,108 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW233 VGK
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ900
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine892cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 May 2018 1,855 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 8 May 2017 72,329 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear rear Tyre has uneven wear

Pass 7 May 2016 56,316 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2015 55,874 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Feb 2014 54,903 miles

Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Pass 4 Mar 2013 54,176 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2013 54,176 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Brake pedal insecure (3.1.2a)

Steering movement excessively stiff with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Pass 9 Sep 2011 52,811 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2010 52,727 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2009 50,195 miles

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

Pass 8 Sep 2009 50,195 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2009 50,195 miles

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

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

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 25 Jul 2008 48,108 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Fail 25 Jul 2008 48,108 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 23 Aug 2007 46,295 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2007 46,295 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

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

Pass 8 Aug 2006 44,217 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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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W233 VGK is a 2000 Yamaha XJ900 in Blue with a 892cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 W233 VGK, 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.

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W233 VGK is a 2000 Yamaha XJ900, first registered on 1 March 2000.

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