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D783 ELM

1987 Yamaha XT600

Red Petrol 595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2013
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

69,999 mi
Last recorded69,999 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2012
Typical for 1987 Yamaha XT60032,090 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD783 ELM
MakeYamaha
ModelXT600
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine595cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2012 69,999 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 20 Aug 2011 69,999 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Oil leak

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 20 Aug 2011 69,999 miles

Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Oil leak

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 14 Aug 2010 69,999 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 8 Aug 2010 69,999 miles

Front Direction indicator missing (1.5.1a)

Rear Direction indicator missing (1.5.1a)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 4 Aug 2009 69,999 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2008 69,999 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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D783 ELM is a 1987 Yamaha XT600 in Red with a 595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1987 Yamaha XT600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.6% with a typical mileage of 32,090 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 D783 ELM, 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 39 years old, this Yamaha XT600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was D783 ELM registered?

D783 ELM is a 1987 Yamaha XT600, first registered on 31 December 1987.

Is D783 ELM safe to buy?

The MOT history for D783 ELM shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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