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J481 VTG

1992 Yamaha XJ600

Red Petrol 598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Oct 2020
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

38,691 mi
Last recorded38,691 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2019
Typical for 1992 Yamaha XJ60030,230 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ481 VTG
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ600
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2019 38,691 miles

Front Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Sep 2017 38,615 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 16 Feb 2016 38,222 miles

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

Pass 22 Jan 2015 37,214 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2015 37,214 miles

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

Pass 20 Nov 2013 36,995 miles

Oil leak

Pass 22 Oct 2012 32,164 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Fail 12 Oct 2012 32,164 miles

Front Brake disc(s) securing bolt(s) missing (3.2.A1g)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 21 Jan 2011 30,724 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2010 30,432 miles

Rear brake pads will need changing soon.

Pass 7 Feb 2009 27,523 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2009 27,510 miles

Centre Front Lower Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Centre Rear Lower Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Nearside Front Upper Fairing so located that it is likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Offside Rear Lower Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 20 Sep 2005 25,943 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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J481 VTG is a 1992 Yamaha XJ600 in Red with a 598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 1992 Yamaha XJ600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.9% with a typical mileage of 30,230 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same year.

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 J481 VTG, 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 J481 VTG registered?

J481 VTG is a 1992 Yamaha XJ600, first registered on 3 July 1992.

Is J481 VTG safe to buy?

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