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G518 NRN

1990 Yamaha XJ600

White Petrol 598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Aug 2026
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

48,799 mi
Last recorded48,799 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2025
Typical for 1990 Yamaha XJ60032,641 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG518 NRN
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ600
Year1990
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2025 48,799 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 6 Aug 2024 48,799 miles
Pass 30 May 2023 48,799 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil Both fronts (5.3.2 (b))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Wiring inadequately routed but doesn’t affect steering

Fail 9 May 2013 48,404 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 9 May 2013 48,404 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 8 Oct 2010 48,103 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2009 47,881 miles
Pass 28 May 2008 47,718 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2007 46,777 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2006 46,127 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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G518 NRN is a 1990 Yamaha XJ600 in White with a 598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1990 Yamaha XJ600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.3% with a typical mileage of 32,641 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 G518 NRN, 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 36 years old, this Yamaha XJ600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was G518 NRN registered?

G518 NRN is a 1990 Yamaha XJ600, first registered on 24 April 1990.

Is G518 NRN safe to buy?

The MOT history for G518 NRN shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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