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E125 NUV

1997 Yamaha XT600

Blue Petrol 595cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 May 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

41,655 mi
Last recorded41,655 miles
Recorded on21 May 2026
Typical for 1997 Yamaha XT60026,305 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE125 NUV
MakeYamaha
ModelXT600
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine595cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 May 2026 41,655 miles
Pass 20 May 2025 41,630 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2023 41,630 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2021 41,599 miles
Pass 9 May 2020 41,428 miles
Pass 12 May 2018 40,201 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2016 38,383 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2015 37,913 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 30 Jun 2014 36,577 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 1 Jul 2013 32,403 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 25 Jun 2012 28,273 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 18 Jul 2011 26,805 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 25 May 2010 24,047 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2010 24,002 miles

Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

Pass 3 May 2008 23,709 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 20 Feb 2007 23,175 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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E125 NUV is a 1997 Yamaha XT600 in Blue with a 595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 1997 Yamaha XT600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.5% with a typical mileage of 26,305 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 E125 NUV, 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 29 years old, this Yamaha XT600 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was E125 NUV registered?

E125 NUV is a 1997 Yamaha XT600, first registered on 9 September 1997.

Is E125 NUV safe to buy?

The MOT history for E125 NUV shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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