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J526 XKY

1992 Yamaha XJ600

Red Petrol 598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Dec 2019
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

23,204 mi
Last recorded23,204 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2018
Typical for 1992 Yamaha XJ60030,230 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ526 XKY
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ600
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2018 23,204 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2017 23,196 miles

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

Fail 5 Aug 2017 23,196 miles

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

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 12 May 2015 23,177 miles
Fail 7 May 2015 23,177 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Pass 7 Feb 2014 23,015 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2012 22,782 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2012 22,782 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 12 Apr 2012 22,036 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2009 18,245 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2008 17,138 miles

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

Fail 29 Dec 2008 17,130 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

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

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

Pass 13 Feb 2008 15,212 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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J526 XKY 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 69.2%.

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 J526 XKY, 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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What year was J526 XKY registered?

J526 XKY is a 1992 Yamaha XJ600, first registered on 1 January 1992.

Is J526 XKY safe to buy?

The MOT history for J526 XKY shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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