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G180 BRT

1990 Yamaha 600

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Apr 2027
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

49,665 mi
Last recorded49,665 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2026
Typical for 1990 Yamaha 60034,510 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG180 BRT
MakeYamaha
Model600
Year1990
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2026 49,665 miles

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively cush drive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 26 Mar 2025 49,450 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2023 49,105 miles

Drive chain slightly tight drive chain tight> angle of swing arm changed due to longer shocks (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Fail 2 Sep 2023 49,097 miles

Wheel fixing loose (single fixing) excessive movement ion rear wheel>unable to test bearings correctly (5.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Drive chain slightly tight drive chain tight> angle of swing arm changed due to longer shocks (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

Handlebar deformed but serviceable slightly bent/out of centre (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Registration plate slightly loose (0.1 (a))

Pass 19 Jul 2021 49,051 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2018 48,164 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2018 48,158 miles

Headlamp aim not tested Headlight function incorrect - Main beam and Dip beam swapped (4.1.2 (b))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Fail 15 Jun 2018 48,155 miles

Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen No pattern visible, suspect main/dip function swapped (4.1.2 (a))

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

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Pass 15 Jun 2017 47,661 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 15 Jun 2017 47,661 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 3 Jun 2016 45,889 miles

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

Fail 3 Jun 2016 45,889 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 16 Jun 2015 44,979 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2015 44,979 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Pass 26 Mar 2012 44,945 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2012 44,945 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 15 May 2010 41,259 miles
Pass 16 May 2009 34,879 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2008 30,526 miles
Pass 10 May 2007 29,477 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2006 28,531 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha 600?

Based on 965 MOT tests across 103 vehicles.

78.9%
Pass Rate
937
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
103
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 16
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 16
reflector on motorcycle missing 16
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 11
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 11
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G180 BRT is a 1990 Yamaha 600 in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1990 Yamaha 600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.4% with a typical mileage of 34,510 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 600 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 16 recorded failures. If you're considering buying G180 BRT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha 600 typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 36 years old, this Yamaha 600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was G180 BRT registered?

G180 BRT is a 1990 Yamaha 600, first registered on 31 December 1990.

Is G180 BRT safe to buy?

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