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D196 BMV

1998 Yamaha XT600

White Petrol 595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2012
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

74,201 mi
Last recorded74,201 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2011
Typical for 1998 Yamaha XT60024,163 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD196 BMV
MakeYamaha
ModelXT600
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine595cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2011 74,201 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2010 73,237 miles

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

Pass 30 May 2009 72,696 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2007 72,209 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2007 72,209 miles

Rear Wheel has an excessively distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 29 Jul 2006 72,138 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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D196 BMV is a 1998 Yamaha XT600 in White with a 595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1998 Yamaha XT600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.3% with a typical mileage of 24,163 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 D196 BMV, 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 28 years old, this Yamaha XT600 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was D196 BMV registered?

D196 BMV is a 1998 Yamaha XT600, first registered on 17 March 1998.

Is D196 BMV safe to buy?

The MOT history for D196 BMV shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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