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E398 AKU

1987 Yamaha XT600

Red Petrol 595cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Oct 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

42,622 mi
Last recorded42,622 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2025
Typical for 1987 Yamaha XT60032,090 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE398 AKU
MakeYamaha
ModelXT600
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine595cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2025 42,622 miles
Pass 8 May 2024 42,622 miles
Pass 2 May 2023 42,622 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2022 42,630 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2021 42,622 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2019 42,622 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 9 May 2018 42,622 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2017 42,622 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2016 42,622 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2016 42,622 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 11 Mar 2015 42,622 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2014 24,624 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2013 42,622 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2011 42,622 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2008 42,622 miles

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

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Pass 13 Jul 2007 42,622 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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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E398 AKU is a 1987 Yamaha XT600 in Red with a 595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 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 E398 AKU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was E398 AKU registered?

E398 AKU is a 1987 Yamaha XT600, first registered on 1 January 1987.

Is E398 AKU safe to buy?

The MOT history for E398 AKU 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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