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C738 XLM

1986 Yamaha XJ600

Red Petrol 598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jul 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

20,354 mi
Last recorded20,354 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2025
Typical for 1986 Yamaha XJ60033,684 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC738 XLM
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ600
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2025 20,354 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2025 20,293 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2024 19,559 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2022 19,529 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 17 Jul 2021 19,036 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2020 18,496 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 20 Jul 2019 18,042 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2018 17,142 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2017 16,483 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2016 16,088 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2015 15,482 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2014 14,923 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Fail 24 Jul 2014 14,923 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Pass 27 Jul 2013 14,278 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2012 13,954 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2011 13,648 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2010 13,219 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2008 13,066 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2007 12,749 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 22 Jul 2006 12,447 miles

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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C738 XLM is a 1986 Yamaha XJ600 in Red with a 598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

Across all 1986 Yamaha XJ600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.7% with a typical mileage of 33,684 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 C738 XLM, 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 40 years old, this Yamaha XJ600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was C738 XLM registered?

C738 XLM is a 1986 Yamaha XJ600, first registered on 31 December 1986.

Is C738 XLM safe to buy?

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