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F959 THW

1988 Yamaha XT600

Black Petrol 595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Aug 2010
Tests3 (1 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

65,387 mi
Last recorded65,387 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2009
Typical for 1988 Yamaha XT60035,824 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF959 THW
MakeYamaha
ModelXT600
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine595cc

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MOT History

1 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2009 65,387 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2009 65,376 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Steering control handlebar movement restricted by taut cables (2.1.2c)

Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders operation of the controls (2.1.2b)

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Fail 22 Apr 2009 65,258 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Front Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Horn control defective (1.7.2a)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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

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

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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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F959 THW is a 1988 Yamaha XT600 in Black with a 595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

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 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 F959 THW, 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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F959 THW is a 1988 Yamaha XT600, first registered on 1 January 1988.

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