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A748 ODY

1998 Yamaha XT600

Black Petrol 595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

49,662 mi
Last recorded49,662 miles
Recorded on12 May 2025
Typical for 1998 Yamaha XT60024,163 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA748 ODY
MakeYamaha
ModelXT600
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine595cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 May 2025 49,662 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Front Throttle slightly sticking on right lock

Nearside Rear Chain guard missing ()

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort Reccomend investigation of brake linings (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 2 May 2024 49,162 miles

Euro headlamp fitted, kick up on the right

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 28 May 2022 48,822 miles

slight oil leak from engine

Pass 20 May 2021 46,333 miles
Pass 13 May 2020 44,986 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2019 43,911 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2018 41,725 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2017 38,607 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2015 38,605 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Headlight beam direction tape has been fitted

Fail 13 Nov 2015 38,605 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Headlight beam direction tape has been fitted

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device insecure (2.4.A.2b)

Pass 7 Nov 2014 38,426 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2013 38,411 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2012 37,967 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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

Pass 23 Apr 2011 37,714 miles

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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A748 ODY is a 1998 Yamaha XT600 in Black with a 595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 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 A748 ODY, 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 A748 ODY registered?

A748 ODY is a 1998 Yamaha XT600, first registered on 12 November 1998.

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