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8608TK18

1983 Yamaha XT600

Blue Petrol 595cc
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MOT Status

Tests1 (0 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

62,842 mi
Last recorded62,842 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2013
Typical for 1983 Yamaha XT60032,324 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

Registration8608TK18
MakeYamaha
ModelXT600
Year1983
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine595cc

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MOT History

0 pass 1 fail
Fail 27 Sep 2013 62,842 miles

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Rear mono-shock pivot excessively worn (2.4.B.4)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

How Reliable is the Yamaha XT600?

Based on 22,221 MOT tests across 2,420 vehicles.

85.3%
Pass Rate
586
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
2,420
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 150
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 141
reflector on motorcycle missing 129
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 122
suspension bush has excessive free play 111
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8608TK18 is a 1983 Yamaha XT600 in Blue with a 595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.

Across all 1983 Yamaha XT600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.9% with a typical mileage of 32,324 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 XT600 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 150 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 8608TK18, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha XT600 typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 43 years old, this Yamaha XT600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was 8608TK18 registered?

8608TK18 is a 1983 Yamaha XT600, first registered on 27 May 1983.

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