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B607 GTV

1985 Yamaha XT600

Multi-colour Petrol 595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Apr 2026
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

2,321 mi
Last recorded2,321 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2025
Typical for 1985 Yamaha XT60024,462 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB607 GTV
MakeYamaha
ModelXT600
Year1985
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine595cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2025 2,321 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 15 Apr 2025 2,321 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 18 Apr 2024 1,886 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 5 Apr 2023 1,415 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2020 1,215 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2019 1,182 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2018 70 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2018 70 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 14 Jul 2006 39,761 miles

oil leak

stiff throttle action

Pass 13 May 2005 39,193 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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B607 GTV is a 1985 Yamaha XT600 in Multi-colour with a 595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1985 Yamaha XT600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.5% with a typical mileage of 24,462 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 B607 GTV, 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 41 years old, this Yamaha XT600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was B607 GTV registered?

B607 GTV is a 1985 Yamaha XT600, first registered on 21 February 1985.

Is B607 GTV safe to buy?

The MOT history for B607 GTV shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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