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G68 YRE

1989 Yamaha XT600

Black Petrol 595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Feb 2020
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

Typical for 1989 Yamaha XT60042,510 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG68 YRE
MakeYamaha
ModelXT600
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine595cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Feb 2019
Pass 26 Jan 2018

No Instrument clocks fitted at time of test

Fail 26 Jan 2018

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

No Instrument clocks fitted at time of test

Pass 7 Oct 2016 819 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2015
Pass 14 Mar 2014

registration plate cracked

Pass 30 Jan 2013
Pass 8 Feb 2012 62,208 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2011 53,716 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2009 46,593 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2009 46,593 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Lower Rear mono-shock pivot excessively worn (2.4.B.4)

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

Nearside Steering control fouling between components which interferes with the free movement of the steering (2.1.2a)

Offside Steering control fouling between components which interferes with the free movement of the steering (2.1.2a)

Rear Stop lamp missing (1.3.3a)

Upper Rear mono-shock pivot excessively worn (2.4.B.4)

Rear Wheel corroded significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a) DANGEROUS

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

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

nearside pannier insecure

Pass 29 Oct 2005 45,371 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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G68 YRE is a 1989 Yamaha XT600 in Black with a 595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1989 Yamaha XT600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.3% with a typical mileage of 42,510 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 G68 YRE, 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 37 years old, this Yamaha XT600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was G68 YRE registered?

G68 YRE is a 1989 Yamaha XT600, first registered on 9 August 1989.

Is G68 YRE safe to buy?

The MOT history for G68 YRE shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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