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K437 GHK

1993 Yamaha XJ600

Black Petrol 598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Apr 2017
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

51,901 mi
Last recorded51,901 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2016
Typical for 1993 Yamaha XJ60030,254 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK437 GHK
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ600
Year1993
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2016 51,901 miles

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

Fail 31 Jan 2014 51,065 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

excessive idle

o/s fork seal dust cover deteriorated

running on 3 cylinders

Pass 31 Jan 2014 51,065 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

excessive idle

o/s fork seal dust cover deteriorated

running on 3 cylinders

Fail 18 Jan 2014 51,028 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Fuel cap sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.2c)

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Steering control handlebar movement restricted by trapped cables (2.1.2c)

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.6) DANGEROUS

None std front indicators fitted

R/H fork dust seal deteriorated

Pass 5 Aug 2009 50,522 miles

Centre Lower Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Pass 17 Nov 2007 50,460 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2006 49,880 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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K437 GHK is a 1993 Yamaha XJ600 in Black with a 598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1993 Yamaha XJ600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.2% with a typical mileage of 30,254 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 K437 GHK, 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 33 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 K437 GHK registered?

K437 GHK is a 1993 Yamaha XJ600, first registered on 5 March 1993.

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