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H189 TCG

1990 Yamaha XJ600

Red Petrol 598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jan 2027
Tests16 (9 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate56.3%

Mileage

33,130 mi
Last recorded33,130 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2026
Typical for 1990 Yamaha XJ60032,641 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH189 TCG
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ600
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 7 fail
Pass 17 Jan 2026 33,130 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2026 33,130 miles

Headlamp missing (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 11 Jan 2025 32,760 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2025 32,760 miles

Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

Pass 13 Jan 2024 32,410 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2024 32,410 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 21 Jan 2023 31,980 miles

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

Fail 21 Jan 2023 31,980 miles

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

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 1 Feb 2022 31,566 miles

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

Fail 1 Feb 2022 31,566 miles

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

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 21 Dec 2019 31,200 miles

Front Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 21 Dec 2019 31,200 miles

Front Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Feb 2018 30,686 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2018 30,686 miles

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

Pass 26 Aug 2016 30,564 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2009 25,866 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

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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H189 TCG is a 1990 Yamaha XJ600 in Red with a 598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 56.3%.

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 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 H189 TCG, 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 H189 TCG registered?

H189 TCG is a 1990 Yamaha XJ600, first registered on 1 August 1990.

Is H189 TCG safe to buy?

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