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B327 FGT

1997 Yamaha XT600

Red Petrol 598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Sep 2025
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

1,684 mi
Last recorded1,684 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2025
Typical for 1997 Yamaha XT60026,305 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB327 FGT
MakeYamaha
ModelXT600
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Fail 7 Oct 2025 1,684 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 4 Sep 2024 639 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2023 362 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2023 362 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Jun 2020 252 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2017 19,000 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2016
Fail 30 Jun 2016

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

Pass 10 Dec 2014 19,282 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2012 41,926 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2011 41,928 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2010 41,928 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 14 Jul 2009 41,928 miles
Pass 1 May 2008 41,223 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 9 Sep 2006 40,895 miles

Registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Pass 9 Sep 2006 40,895 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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B327 FGT is a 1997 Yamaha XT600 in Red with a 598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1997 Yamaha XT600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.5% with a typical mileage of 26,305 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 B327 FGT, 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 29 years old, this Yamaha XT600 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was B327 FGT registered?

B327 FGT is a 1997 Yamaha XT600, first registered on 1 December 1997.

Is B327 FGT safe to buy?

The MOT history for B327 FGT shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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