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K61 HCL

1992 Yamaha XJ600

Green Petrol 598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Apr 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

48,581 mi
Last recorded48,581 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2026
Typical for 1992 Yamaha XJ60030,230 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK61 HCL
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ600
Year1992
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2026 48,581 miles

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 17 Jul 2024 47,178 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jul 2023 38,853 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 21 Oct 2022 38,801 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2020 38,773 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2020 38,773 miles

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

Pass 1 Oct 2019 38,752 miles
Pass 25 May 2016 38,473 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 25 May 2016 38,473 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 27 May 2015 37,263 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 35,252 miles
Pass 17 May 2013 34,357 miles
Pass 11 May 2012 33,213 miles
Pass 13 May 2011 32,864 miles
Pass 19 May 2010 32,114 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2007 29,577 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2006 28,138 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2006 28,138 miles

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Fail 17 Sep 2005 25,726 miles

Centre Front All position lamps adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Pass 17 Sep 2005 25,726 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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K61 HCL is a 1992 Yamaha XJ600 in Green with a 598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 performed better than the average for its 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 K61 HCL, 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 K61 HCL registered?

K61 HCL is a 1992 Yamaha XJ600, first registered on 24 September 1992.

Is K61 HCL safe to buy?

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