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A543 GAL

1984 Yamaha XT600

Red Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2025
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

56,821 mi
Last recorded56,821 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2024
Typical for 1984 Yamaha XT60037,616 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA543 GAL
MakeYamaha
ModelXT600
Year1984
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2024 56,821 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2023 56,815 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2022 56,725 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2021 57,893 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2020 56,393 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2019 56,333 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2018 56,071 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2017 55,138 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2016 54,096 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2014 53,740 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 24 Aug 2013 53,109 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.1b)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Pass 24 Sep 2011 51,227 miles
Pass 24 May 2008 50,667 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2007 48,549 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2007 48,540 miles

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

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

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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A543 GAL is a 1984 Yamaha XT600 in Red with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 1984 Yamaha XT600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.9% with a typical mileage of 37,616 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 A543 GAL, 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 42 years old, this Yamaha XT600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A543 GAL registered?

A543 GAL is a 1984 Yamaha XT600, first registered on 31 December 1984.

Is A543 GAL safe to buy?

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