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M254 DOU

1995 Yamaha XJ600

Red Petrol 598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

26,629 mi
Last recorded26,629 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2016
Typical for 1995 Yamaha XJ60027,510 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM254 DOU
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ600
Year1995
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2016 26,629 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2015 26,559 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2014 26,398 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2013 25,834 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2012 24,795 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2012 24,795 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Nov 2011 22,562 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 12 Nov 2011 22,562 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 22 Sep 2010 15,535 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2009 14,905 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2008 14,713 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2007 14,707 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2006 14,698 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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M254 DOU is a 1995 Yamaha XJ600 in Red with a 598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 1995 Yamaha XJ600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.0% with a typical mileage of 27,510 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 M254 DOU, 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 31 years old, this Yamaha XJ600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was M254 DOU registered?

M254 DOU is a 1995 Yamaha XJ600, first registered on 1 July 1995.

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The MOT history for M254 DOU shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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