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G837 NVF

1998 Yamaha XT600

Blue Petrol 595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Dec 2018
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

53,668 mi
Last recorded53,668 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2017
Typical for 1998 Yamaha XT60024,163 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG837 NVF
MakeYamaha
ModelXT600
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine595cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2017 53,668 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 23 Nov 2016 51,909 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 9 Dec 2015 50,277 miles

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

Pass 22 Aug 2014 48,683 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 19 Aug 2013 46,903 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2013 46,863 miles

Headlamp dipped beam affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.2c)

Headlamp main beam affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.2c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

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

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Front Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

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

Rear Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Rear Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 8 Nov 2011 43,993 miles

Rear Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 10 Jul 2010 40,003 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2009 36,205 miles

Front Brake master cylinder fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Rear Brake master cylinder fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 5 Feb 2008 33,752 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2006 33,656 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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G837 NVF is a 1998 Yamaha XT600 in Blue with a 595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1998 Yamaha XT600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.3% with a typical mileage of 24,163 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 G837 NVF, 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 28 years old, this Yamaha XT600 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was G837 NVF registered?

G837 NVF is a 1998 Yamaha XT600, first registered on 10 August 1998.

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The MOT history for G837 NVF shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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