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K489 BSF

1992 Yamaha XT600

Black Petrol 595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jul 2025
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

32,940 mi
Last recorded32,940 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2024
Typical for 1992 Yamaha XT60029,524 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK489 BSF
MakeYamaha
ModelXT600
Year1992
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine595cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2024 32,940 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Cracked (0.1 (b))

Fail 15 Jul 2024 32,934 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Wheel spindle locking device missing (5.2.1 (d))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Cracked (0.1 (b))

Pass 6 Apr 2023 32,767 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2018 32,763 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2017 31,956 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2016 31,289 miles

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 18 Oct 2011 31,098 miles

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

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 26 Sep 2011 31,098 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Rear mono-shock pivot excessively worn (2.4.B.4)

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

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

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e) DANGEROUS

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.1a) DANGEROUS

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

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

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

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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K489 BSF is a 1992 Yamaha XT600 in Black with a 595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1992 Yamaha XT600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.0% with a typical mileage of 29,524 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 K489 BSF, 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 34 years old, this Yamaha XT600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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K489 BSF is a 1992 Yamaha XT600, first registered on 28 October 1992.

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