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E142 UAV

1988 Yamaha XT600

White Petrol 595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Feb 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

70,242 mi
Last recorded70,242 miles
Recorded on22 Feb 2025
Typical for 1988 Yamaha XT60035,824 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE142 UAV
MakeYamaha
ModelXT600
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine595cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Feb 2025 70,242 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2023 67,975 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2021 67,665 miles

Clutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Fail 8 Oct 2021 67,645 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Wheel spindle locking device missing (5.2.1 (d))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Rear Wheel spindle locking device missing (5.2.1 (d))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Steering operation fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock (2.1.4 (b))

Clutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 20 Aug 2018 65,334 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2015 57,470 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2012 49,590 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2011 47,527 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2010 45,975 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 16 Dec 2010 45,975 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2009 43,880 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2008 42,079 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Pass 6 Dec 2007 40,120 miles

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

Pass 7 Dec 2006 38,785 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2005 36,635 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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E142 UAV is a 1988 Yamaha XT600 in White with a 595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 1988 Yamaha XT600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.6% with a typical mileage of 35,824 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 E142 UAV, 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 38 years old, this Yamaha XT600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was E142 UAV registered?

E142 UAV is a 1988 Yamaha XT600, first registered on 31 December 1988.

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