MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
76,330 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))
Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)
Centre Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)
Horn not working (1.7.3a)
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))
Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)
Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)
Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)
Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
How Reliable is the Yamaha XJ600?
Based on 74,677 MOT tests across 7,907 vehicles.
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J196 FES is a 1992 Yamaha XJ600 in Green with a 598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.
Across all 1992 Yamaha XJ600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.9% with a typical mileage of 30,230 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 J196 FES, 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 34 years old, this Yamaha XJ600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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J196 FES is a 1992 Yamaha XJ600, first registered on 7 March 1992.
Is J196 FES safe to buy?
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