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J31 SPM

1992 Yamaha XJ600

Red Petrol 598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2024
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

29,170 mi
Last recorded29,170 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2023
Typical for 1992 Yamaha XJ60030,230 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ31 SPM
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ600
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2023 29,170 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake caliper travel close to excessive (1.1.16 (e) (i))

Pass 12 May 2022 29,133 miles

Fork gaiters fitted not allowing inspection of front fork legs.

Fail 10 May 2022 29,126 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls Works on rear brake pedal only. (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Fork gaiters fitted not allowing inspection of front fork legs.

Pass 1 Jun 2016 28,867 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2015 28,538 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2011 39,385 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2009 37,900 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2008 35,876 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 26 Jul 2008 35,540 miles

Rear Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 17 Aug 2007 31,727 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2005 30,784 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Headlamp damaged but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Front Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Rear Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

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

Pass 22 Oct 2005 30,784 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Headlamp damaged but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Front Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Rear Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

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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J31 SPM is a 1992 Yamaha XJ600 in Red 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 J31 SPM, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J31 SPM registered?

J31 SPM is a 1992 Yamaha XJ600, first registered on 1 May 1992.

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