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L796 ECG

1993 Yamaha XT600

Green Petrol 595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Mar 2017
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

17,819 mi
Last recorded17,819 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2016
Typical for 1993 Yamaha XT60021,938 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL796 ECG
MakeYamaha
ModelXT600
Year1993
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine595cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2016 17,819 miles

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Pass 2 Apr 2011 17,545 miles

front tyre has light perishing cracks between tread and on side walls no cord visable ADVISORY ONLY

Chain guard missing

Fail 2 Apr 2011 17,545 miles

Rear Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Centre Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii)) DANGEROUS

Centre Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1) DANGEROUS

Headlamp aim too high (1.6) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake lever attachment screws loose (3.1.2b) DANGEROUS

front tyre has light perishing cracks between tread and on side walls no cord visable ADVISORY ONLY

Chain guard missing

Pass 29 Jan 2010 17,007 miles

no chain gaurd

Fail 23 Jan 2010 17,007 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

no chain gaurd

Pass 21 Nov 2008 14,436 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 21 Nov 2008 14,436 miles

Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 31 May 2007 11,929 miles

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Pass 22 May 2006 9,781 miles

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

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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L796 ECG is a 1993 Yamaha XT600 in Green with a 595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1993 Yamaha XT600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.2% with a typical mileage of 21,938 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 L796 ECG, 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 33 years old, this Yamaha XT600 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was L796 ECG registered?

L796 ECG is a 1993 Yamaha XT600, first registered on 18 August 1993.

Is L796 ECG safe to buy?

The MOT history for L796 ECG shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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