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CX51 BVU

2001 Yamaha Xj 600 S Diversion

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 May 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

20,000 mi
Last recorded20,000 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2026
Typical for 2001 Yamaha Xj 600 S Diversion26,463 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCX51 BVU
MakeYamaha
ModelXj 600 S Diversion
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2026 20,000 miles
Pass 7 May 2025 19,426 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2023 19,048 miles
Pass 4 May 2022 17,644 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2021 16,870 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2019 15,853 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2018 14,611 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 6 Jul 2017 13,874 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2016 13,253 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Jul 2015 12,997 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2014 12,213 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2013 11,086 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2011 10,452 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2010 9,527 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2010 9,246 miles

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

Pass 1 Jul 2010 9,246 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2009 7,964 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2008 7,160 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 7 Jun 2007 6,395 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha Xj 600 S Diversion?

Based on 1,261 MOT tests across 231 vehicles.

82.2%
Pass Rate
935
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
231
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 19
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 16
Floor brake test indicates a binding brake 15
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 13
wheel bearings have excessive free play 13
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CX51 BVU is a 2001 Yamaha Xj 600 S Diversion in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

Across all 2001 Yamaha Xj 600 S Diversion models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.5% with a typical mileage of 26,463 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha Xj 600 S Diversion fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 19 recorded failures. If you're considering buying CX51 BVU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Xj 600 S Diversion typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 25 years old, this Yamaha Xj 600 S Diversion is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was CX51 BVU registered?

CX51 BVU is a 2001 Yamaha Xj 600 S Diversion, first registered on 26 November 2001.

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The MOT history for CX51 BVU shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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