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J398 HSN

1999 Yamaha XJ600

Red Petrol 598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2023
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

Typical for 1999 Yamaha XJ60021,795 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ398 HSN
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ600
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2022
Pass 17 Dec 2020 22,846 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2020 22,919 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2019 21,445 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2018 19,816 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2015 18,834 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Pass 7 Jul 2015 18,834 miles
Fail 12 May 2008 18,405 miles

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

Pass 12 May 2008 18,405 miles

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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J398 HSN is a 1999 Yamaha XJ600 in Red with a 598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1999 Yamaha XJ600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.5% with a typical mileage of 21,795 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 J398 HSN, 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 27 years old, this Yamaha XJ600 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J398 HSN registered?

J398 HSN is a 1999 Yamaha XJ600, first registered on 29 June 1999.

Is J398 HSN safe to buy?

The MOT history for J398 HSN shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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