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F294 UVT

1989 Yamaha XJ600

Red Petrol 598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2020
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

31,848 mi
Last recorded31,848 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2019
Typical for 1989 Yamaha XJ60033,322 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF294 UVT
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ600
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2019 31,848 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2018 31,789 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2017 31,650 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2016 31,508 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2015 31,130 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2014 30,968 miles
Pass 22 May 2013 30,920 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2012 61,241 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fail 1 Jun 2012 61,241 miles

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 21 Mar 2011 61,041 miles

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

Pass 2 Sep 2009 59,871 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2009 59,870 miles

Rear Brake component leaking fluid (3.2.B4)

Rear Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Fail 18 Aug 2009 59,869 miles

Rear mono-shock pivot seized (2.4.B.4)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Steering movement excessively rough with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Steering movement excessively rough with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 30 Jul 2008 57,193 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2008 57,187 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 23 Jul 2007 53,296 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2006 52,944 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha XJ600?

Based on 74,677 MOT tests across 7,907 vehicles.

80.6%
Pass Rate
835
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
7,907
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,271
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 1,192
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 1,135
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 965
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 590
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F294 UVT is a 1989 Yamaha XJ600 in Red with a 598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 1989 Yamaha XJ600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.8% with a typical mileage of 33,322 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 XJ600 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,271 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F294 UVT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha XJ600 typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 37 years old, this Yamaha XJ600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of F294 UVT?

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What year was F294 UVT registered?

F294 UVT is a 1989 Yamaha XJ600, first registered on 1 May 1989.

Is F294 UVT safe to buy?

The MOT history for F294 UVT shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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