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C156 PCX

1986 Yamaha SRX600

Purple Petrol 608cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Sep 2026
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

47,853 mi
Last recorded47,853 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2025
Typical for 1986 Yamaha SRX60026,377 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC156 PCX
MakeYamaha
ModelSRX600
Year1986
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine608cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2025 47,853 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2024 46,830 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2024 46,830 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

How Reliable is the Yamaha SRX600?

Based on 1,455 MOT tests across 240 vehicles.

84.9%
Pass Rate
301
Miles/Year
40
Year Lifespan
240
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 17
Direction indicator not working 16
reflector on motorcycle missing 9
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 8
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 8
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C156 PCX is a 1986 Yamaha SRX600 in Purple with a 608cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1986 Yamaha SRX600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.1% with a typical mileage of 26,377 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 SRX600 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 17 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C156 PCX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha SRX600 typically stays on UK roads for around 40 years. At 40 years old, this Yamaha SRX600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of C156 PCX?

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What year was C156 PCX registered?

C156 PCX is a 1986 Yamaha SRX600, first registered on 17 July 1986.

Is C156 PCX safe to buy?

The MOT history for C156 PCX shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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