Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2009 Yamaha Xj 6 N?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 2009 Yamaha Xj 6 N?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 2009 Yamaha Xj 6 N?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

Is the 2009 Yamaha Xj 6 N reliable?

Based on MOT data from 370 vehicles, the 2009 Yamaha Xj 6 N has a first-time MOT pass rate of 87.3%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2009 Yamaha Xj 6 N?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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Yamaha Xj 6 N (2009)

370 real MOT outcomes analysed • 87.3% first-time pass rate

2009 Yamaha Xj 6 N

CarHunch analysed 370 real MOT records for the 2009 Yamaha Xj 6 N. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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Moderate sample. 370 vehicles on record. Figures are indicative — the specific vehicle's history matters more than these averages.

The 2009 Yamaha XJ6 N significantly underperforms the UK average, with just 62.4% of bikes passing their MOT first time versus the national 80% benchmark—a red flag that suggests this model presents more reliability challenges than most. About 15% of these bikes have recorded dangerous defects at some point, which is worth factoring into your inspection checklist.

These bikes are running relatively low mileage for their age (median 13,940 miles), yet averaging 1.05 failures and 3.0 advisories per test, indicating age-related wear rather than abuse. If you're considering one, budget for brake work and suspension checks, and factor in a higher-than-average likelihood of needing pre-MOT repairs before test day.

The 2009 Yamaha Xj 6 N passes its MOT first time at roughly the UK average rate (87.3%) — solid but worth checking this vehicle's history carefully.

⚠️ Around 1 in 8 of these vehicles have had a dangerous MOT failure at some point — usually tyres or brakes, and often a one-off issue rather than a persistent problem. The group stats won't tell you which one you're looking at.

First-time pass

87.3%

UK average ~80%

Around average

Dangerous (ever)

15.1%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

1.05

Over 7.4 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

14k

Middle half: 8k–23k

For context

✅ Good baseline reliability. A 87.3% first-time pass rate puts this well above the UK average — it's a well-sorted vehicle in this age bracket.

🔧 Expect consumable spend. An average of 3 advisories per vehicle tells you wear items (tyres, brakes) get flagged regularly. Budget for them — they're not surprises.

🔍 The dangerous defect figure is real. Most are one-off tyre failures or brake issues — not structural problems. But it's exactly why checking the individual vehicle's history is essential, not optional.

These stats describe 370 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.

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Based on MOT data from 370 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 15.1% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
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🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection →
📄 Outstanding finance, insurance write-offs and clocking won't appear in the MOT records — a dedicated history check covers all of this. Our link gets you 20% off automatically. History Get 20% off via CarHunch

Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type	Vehicles	Pass rate	Avg failures
Petrol (96%)	356	87.2%	1.07

Colour Breakdown

Based on 1,337 Yamaha Xj 6 N vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Black 37.1%

496

White 29.4%

393

Red 16.3%

218

Yellow 10.8%

145

Grey 6.4%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2009 Yamaha Xj 6 N vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

13,940

typical

8,107

low mileage

22,530

high mileage

Half of all 2009 Yamaha Xj 6 N vehicles fall between 8,107 and 22,530 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 8,107 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.

✓ 8,107–22,530 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2009 Yamaha Xj 6 Ns sit.

⚠ Over 30,415 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2009 Yamaha Xj 6 N — Still on the Road

Numbers are thinning — 62% of 2009 Yamaha Xj 6 Ns are still active.

121 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 — 62% of the peak remain.

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2025.
* The 2020 dip reflects the government's COVID-19 MOT exemption, which allowed certificates to be extended by six months — fewer tests were conducted that year.

MOT History Averages

7.4

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

1.05

Avg failures per vehicle

Avg advisories per vehicle

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