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M429 SYC

1994 Yamaha XJ600

Blue Petrol 598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Apr 2025
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

57,657 mi
Last recorded57,657 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2025
Typical for 1994 Yamaha XJ60030,731 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM429 SYC
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ600
Year1994
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Fail 18 Jun 2025 57,657 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Prevent further corrosion of frame & rear swing arm.

Pass 11 Apr 2024 57,836 miles

swinging arm corroded

Pass 5 Apr 2023 57,481 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2022 56,601 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2021 56,426 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2020 55,648 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2019 55,306 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2018 54,314 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2018 54,314 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute both sides flashing more than 180 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Pass 22 Jul 2016 51,092 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2015 48,163 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2014 46,189 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2013 43,888 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Offside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Pass 1 Apr 2013 43,888 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2012 41,538 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2011 39,151 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2008 36,568 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 27 Mar 2007 35,040 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2006 33,315 miles

Front Brake component worn but not seriously reduced in strength (3.2.A1)

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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M429 SYC is a 1994 Yamaha XJ600 in Blue with a 598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 1994 Yamaha XJ600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.1% with a typical mileage of 30,731 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 M429 SYC, 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 32 years old, this Yamaha XJ600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was M429 SYC registered?

M429 SYC is a 1994 Yamaha XJ600, first registered on 8 October 1994.

Is M429 SYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for M429 SYC shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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