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H379 JWL

1991 Yamaha XJ600

Blue Petrol 598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Oct 2017
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

91,259 mi
Last recorded91,259 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2016
Typical for 1991 Yamaha XJ60031,419 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH379 JWL
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ600
Year1991
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Oct 2016 91,259 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2016 91,253 miles

Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 14 Jul 2015 88,447 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2014 88,447 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

both rear footrests have play in pivots

both tyres have low remaining tread in places and are worn unevenly

brakes noisy during operation but meet performance requirements

non standard brake lines fitted

non standard exhaust fitted

Pass 7 Mar 2013 85,772 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2008 82,175 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2008 82,173 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

gear linkage worn

sprocket carrier bearing worn

Pass 30 May 2007 74,623 miles

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

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

gear change linkage worn †one of two tailbulbs not working

Pass 13 May 2006 68,950 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2006 68,940 miles

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

rear shock has alot off rust on spring would recomend replacement off unit

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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H379 JWL is a 1991 Yamaha XJ600 in Blue with a 598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1991 Yamaha XJ600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.1% with a typical mileage of 31,419 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 H379 JWL, 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 35 years old, this Yamaha XJ600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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H379 JWL is a 1991 Yamaha XJ600, first registered on 29 April 1991.

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