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G306 APD

1989 Yamaha XJ600

Red Petrol 598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Mar 2016
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

88,795 mi
Last recorded88,795 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2016
Typical for 1989 Yamaha XJ60033,322 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG306 APD
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ600
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Fail 27 Jun 2016 88,795 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam lamp affected when steering turned (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam lamp affected when steering turned (1.2.2a(ii))

Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play excess play rear linkage (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

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

Pass 13 Mar 2015 87,483 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2014 86,291 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2013 85,757 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2012 85,098 miles

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 26 Mar 2011 83,700 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2011 83,689 miles

Centre Rear Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Front Steering control handlebar movement restricted by cables caught on a projection (2.1.2c)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)

Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Front Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

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

center stand loose week spring

Pass 23 May 2008 82,886 miles

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

Spring clip fitted to drive chain. Not recommended.

Fail 17 May 2008 82,883 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Lower Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

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

Spring clip fitted to drive chain. Not recommended.

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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G306 APD is a 1989 Yamaha XJ600 in Red with a 598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 G306 APD, 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.

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What year was G306 APD registered?

G306 APD is a 1989 Yamaha XJ600, first registered on 7 August 1989.

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