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BU51 JUF

2001 Yamaha XJ600

Green Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jul 2026
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

23,183 mi
Last recorded23,183 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2025
Typical for 2001 Yamaha XJ60019,582 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU51 JUF
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ600
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2025 23,183 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Fail 25 Jul 2025 23,183 miles

Drive chain horseshoe locking device incorrectly fitted (6.1.7 (j) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Pass 18 Aug 2017 23,069 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 3 May 2016 21,520 miles

Drive chain has seized links.

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

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

Rear Tyre is perished.

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 21 Apr 2016 21,517 miles

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

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Drive chain has seized links.

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

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

Rear Tyre is perished.

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 16 Apr 2015 21,515 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2014 17,327 miles
Pass 29 May 2013 17,322 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2012 17,079 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2011 15,940 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2010 13,595 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2009 9,665 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2008 8,388 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2008 8,388 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 27 Nov 2007 7,176 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2007 7,176 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 7 Dec 2006 5,803 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

drive chain needs ajustment .plus oiling'

Pass 30 Nov 2005 4,479 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2005 4,479 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

How Reliable is the Yamaha XJ600?

Based on 74,677 MOT tests across 7,907 vehicles.

80.6%
Pass Rate
835
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
7,907
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,271
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 1,192
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 1,135
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 965
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 590
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BU51 JUF is a 2001 Yamaha XJ600 in Green with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

Across all 2001 Yamaha XJ600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.3% with a typical mileage of 19,582 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 XJ600 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,271 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BU51 JUF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha XJ600 typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 25 years old, this Yamaha XJ600 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was BU51 JUF registered?

BU51 JUF is a 2001 Yamaha XJ600, first registered on 1 November 2001.

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