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J899 LNV

1991 Yamaha XT600

Blue Petrol 595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2018
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

51,431 mi
Last recorded51,431 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2017
Typical for 1991 Yamaha XT60031,328 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ899 LNV
MakeYamaha
ModelXT600
Year1991
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine595cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2017 51,431 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2016 51,314 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 10 Mar 2015 51,147 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2014 50,909 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2013 50,711 miles

gear lever loose

Fail 22 Jan 2013 50,711 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

gear lever loose

Pass 11 Jan 2012 50,314 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2011 49,245 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2011 49,245 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

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

Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (3.2.B3a)

front brake banjo's (anodised) not recommended for road use

Pass 17 Dec 2009 42,452 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 12 Nov 2008 36,501 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2008 36,492 miles

Rear Brake hose excessively chafed (3.2.B3a) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pedal pivots excessively worn (3.1.3a) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Nov 2007 35,705 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2006 33,407 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2006 33,405 miles

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

Offside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

How Reliable is the Yamaha XT600?

Based on 22,221 MOT tests across 2,420 vehicles.

85.3%
Pass Rate
586
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
2,420
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 150
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 141
reflector on motorcycle missing 129
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 122
suspension bush has excessive free play 111
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J899 LNV is a 1991 Yamaha XT600 in Blue with a 595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 1991 Yamaha XT600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.8% with a typical mileage of 31,328 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 XT600 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 150 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J899 LNV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha XT600 typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 35 years old, this Yamaha XT600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J899 LNV registered?

J899 LNV is a 1991 Yamaha XT600, first registered on 21 December 1991.

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