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W39 VGW

2000 Yamaha XJ900

Red Petrol 892cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 May 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

22,592 mi
Last recorded22,592 miles
Recorded on8 May 2026
Typical for 2000 Yamaha XJ90029,108 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW39 VGW
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ900
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine892cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 May 2026 22,592 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2025 22,105 miles

Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 27 Feb 2019 22,085 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2019 22,083 miles

Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 19 Feb 2018 22,078 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2018 22,078 miles

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

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 8 Feb 2017 22,043 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2016 21,137 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2015 20,821 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2014 19,313 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2013 17,732 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2012 15,881 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2011 14,603 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2010 13,189 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2009 12,653 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2008 11,225 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2007 9,703 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2006 9,134 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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W39 VGW is a 2000 Yamaha XJ900 in Red with a 892cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 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 W39 VGW, 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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What year was W39 VGW registered?

W39 VGW is a 2000 Yamaha XJ900, first registered on 1 March 2000.

Is W39 VGW safe to buy?

The MOT history for W39 VGW shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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