Yamaha XJ900

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 892 cc

T494 KAMMOT history

T494 KAM is a blue petrol Yamaha XJ900 first used on 11 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 24 Sept 2027 and it has passed 20 of 25 MOT tests, with 31,953 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 24 Sept 2027
Mileage
31,953 mi
At MOT on 25 Sept 2026
MOT tests
25
20 passed · 5 failed
Per year
1,048 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T494 KAM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Yamaha
Model
XJ900
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
892 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
11 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T494 KAM was last recorded at 31,953 miles on 25 Sept 2026, 457 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
31,496 miles · 15 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
457 miles
Average per year
1,048 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 31,953 miles
  • 2025 – 31,496 miles
  • 2024 – 31,490 miles
  • 2023 – 31,448 miles
  • 2021 – 31,427 miles
  • 2020 – 31,146 miles
  • 2019 – 31,126 miles
  • 2018 – 28,206 miles
  • 2017 – 23,497 miles
  • 2016 – 21,882 miles
  • 2015 – 21,861 miles
  • 2014 – 21,774 miles
  • 2013 – 21,345 miles
  • 2012 – 21,325 miles
  • 2011 – 21,168 miles
  • 2010 – 21,004 miles
  • 2009 – 20,934 miles
  • 2008 – 18,541 miles
  • 2007 – 10,850 miles
  • 2006 – 10,661 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass31,953 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2010

Full MOT history

25 tests since 2 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass31,953 miles (+457)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    31,953 miles
    Test number
    458211839625
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

  2. Pass31,496 miles (+6)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    31,496 miles
    Test number
    658226717648
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

  3. Pass31,490 miles (+42)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    31,490 miles
    Test number
    839839384069
    • AdvisoryFront Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisorySteering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

  4. Pass31,448 miles (+21)
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    31,448 miles
    Test number
    862288437615

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass31,427 miles (+21)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    31,427 miles
    Test number
    220726146741

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail31,406 miles (+260)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,406 miles
    Test number
    902091023006
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass31,146 miles (+20)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    31,146 miles
    Test number
    454989852084
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both front forks (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front indicator slight damage
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit tyre on 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass31,126 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    31,126 miles
    Test number
    754257074090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail31,126 miles (+21)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,126 miles
    Test number
    399831832790
    • Repaired at testFront Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

  10. Fail31,105 miles (+2,899)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,105 miles
    Test number
    264936642499
    • MajorNearside Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

  11. Pass28,206 miles (+4,709)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2019
    Odometer
    28,206 miles
    Test number
    602109894179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass23,497 miles (+1,615)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2018
    Odometer
    23,497 miles
    Test number
    101899752822
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust slightly deteriorated clamps (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

  13. Pass21,882 miles (+21)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2017
    Odometer
    21,882 miles
    Test number
    780721113129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass21,861 miles (+87)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2016
    Odometer
    21,861 miles
    Test number
    826265615115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass21,774 miles (+429)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2015
    Odometer
    21,774 miles
    Test number
    379947834183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass21,345 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    21,345 miles
    Test number
    416877913194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail21,345 miles (+20)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,345 miles
    Test number
    856157013183
    • Repaired at testFront position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

  18. Pass21,325 miles (+157)
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    21,325 miles
    Test number
    118458492491

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass21,168 miles (+164)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    21,168 miles
    Test number
    707021311134
    • AdvisoryFront Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

  20. Pass21,004 miles (+70)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    21,004 miles
    Test number
    743470400179
    • AdvisoryFront Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

  21. Pass20,934 miles (+2,393)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    20,934 miles
    Test number
    822310489083

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass18,541 miles (+7,691)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    18,541 miles
    Test number
    164549358083
    • AdvisoryFront Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

  23. Fail10,850 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    10,850 miles
    Test number
    230708567097
    • Repaired at testFront position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

  24. Pass10,850 miles (+189)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    10,850 miles
    Test number
    974758967095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass10,661 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    10,661 miles
    Test number
    100863756198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T494 KAM

Does T494 KAM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T494 KAM is valid until 24 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on T494 KAM?
The MOT on T494 KAM is valid until 24 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T494 KAM done?
T494 KAM was recorded at 31,953 miles at its MOT on 25 Sept 2026, an average of 1,048 miles a year.
Has T494 KAM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T494 KAM has failed 5 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Nov 2021.
Has the mileage on T494 KAM ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on T494 KAM find?
T494 KAM passed its latest MOT on 25 Sept 2026 with 2 advisories: exhaust noisy; front brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort.

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