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A353 MWD

1998 Yamaha XT600

Black Petrol 595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Apr 2025
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

55,381 mi
Last recorded55,381 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2024
Typical for 1998 Yamaha XT60024,163 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA353 MWD
MakeYamaha
ModelXT600
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine595cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2024 55,381 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2022 54,877 miles

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose (5.2.2 (d))

Pass 2 Feb 2021 53,265 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2019 52,942 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2019 52,916 miles

Rear Wheel spoke missing (5.2.2 (d))

Pass 13 Sep 2018 52,256 miles
Pass 4 May 2013 52,008 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Fail 2 May 2013 52,008 miles

Rear Wheel spoke cracked. (4.2.1b)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Pass 31 Jan 2012 51,196 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2010 50,605 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 20 Feb 2010 50,601 miles

Brake fluid reservoir fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d)

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

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

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

Pass 21 Jul 2007 48,796 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 25 Jul 2006 45,020 miles

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

headlamp masks/converters fitted

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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A353 MWD is a 1998 Yamaha XT600 in Black with a 595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 1998 Yamaha XT600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.3% with a typical mileage of 24,163 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 A353 MWD, 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 28 years old, this Yamaha XT600 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was A353 MWD registered?

A353 MWD is a 1998 Yamaha XT600, first registered on 12 September 1998.

Is A353 MWD safe to buy?

The MOT history for A353 MWD shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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