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L226 TFB

1993 Yamaha XJ600

Green Petrol 598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2023
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

46,227 mi
Last recorded46,227 miles
Recorded on18 May 2022
Typical for 1993 Yamaha XJ60030,254 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL226 TFB
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ600
Year1993
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 May 2022 46,227 miles
Pass 17 May 2021 46,208 miles
Pass 23 May 2020 46,206 miles
Pass 21 May 2019 43,011 miles
Pass 21 May 2018 38,000 miles
Pass 20 May 2017 31,000 miles
Pass 14 May 2016 27,593 miles

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

Pass 16 May 2015 23,522 miles
Fail 16 May 2015 23,502 miles

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

Front Steering movement excessively stiff with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Pass 17 May 2014 23,202 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 4 Oct 2012 23,175 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2011 22,960 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2010 20,483 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2009 10,727 miles
Pass 9 May 2008 9,137 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2007 8,168 miles
Pass 6 May 2006 7,904 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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L226 TFB is a 1993 Yamaha XJ600 in Green with a 598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 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 L226 TFB, 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.

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What year was L226 TFB registered?

L226 TFB is a 1993 Yamaha XJ600, first registered on 7 November 1993.

Is L226 TFB safe to buy?

The MOT history for L226 TFB shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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