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L412 NKX

1997 Yamaha XJ600

Yellow Petrol 598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2024
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

6,436 mi
Last recorded6,436 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2023
Typical for 1997 Yamaha XJ60025,761 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL412 NKX
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ600
Year1997
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2023 6,436 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2022 3,922 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2021 1,857 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2020 334 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2019 1,442 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2018 16,289 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2017 15,302 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2016 13,731 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2016 13,731 miles

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

Pass 30 Apr 2015 12,747 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 10,995 miles
Pass 21 May 2012 9,586 miles
Fail 21 May 2012 9,586 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 17 May 2011 21,322 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2007 18,800 miles

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

Pass 15 Jul 2006 17,585 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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L412 NKX is a 1997 Yamaha XJ600 in Yellow with a 598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1997 Yamaha XJ600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.5% with a typical mileage of 25,761 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 L412 NKX, 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 29 years old, this Yamaha XJ600 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was L412 NKX registered?

L412 NKX is a 1997 Yamaha XJ600, first registered on 23 June 1997.

Is L412 NKX safe to buy?

The MOT history for L412 NKX shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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