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G166 BGV

1990 Yamaha XT600

Blue Petrol 595cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Mar 2027
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

25,607 mi
Last recorded25,607 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2026
Typical for 1990 Yamaha XT60030,350 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG166 BGV
MakeYamaha
ModelXT600
Year1990
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine595cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 1 Apr 2026 25,607 miles

Rear Lower Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Oct 2022 25,469 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2020 25,279 miles
Pass 31 May 2018 25,123 miles
Pass 24 May 2017 24,644 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2016 23,991 miles

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Pass 24 Apr 2015 23,456 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2014 23,202 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2013 22,730 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2012 22,354 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2011 21,900 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2009 21,874 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2007 21,424 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2006 21,245 miles

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

Pass 2 Jul 2005 20,851 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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G166 BGV is a 1990 Yamaha XT600 in Blue with a 595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1990 Yamaha XT600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.9% with a typical mileage of 30,350 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 G166 BGV, 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 36 years old, this Yamaha XT600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was G166 BGV registered?

G166 BGV is a 1990 Yamaha XT600, first registered on 20 July 1990.

Is G166 BGV safe to buy?

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