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M490 KCU

1995 Yamaha XJ600

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jun 2027
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

35,176 mi
Last recorded35,176 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2026
Typical for 1995 Yamaha XJ60027,510 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM490 KCU
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ600
Year1995
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2026 35,176 miles

Drive chain sprocket slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Rear Brake pedal has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (1.1.1 (b))

Pass 13 Jun 2025 31,863 miles

Rear tyre cracking in tread

Pass 15 Jun 2024 31,780 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2024 31,780 miles

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Sep 2012 30,730 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2012 30,714 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Pass 9 Sep 2011 30,108 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

none standard cockpit fairing fitted

Pass 10 Aug 2010 26,442 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2009 25,181 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2008 24,626 miles
Pass 31 May 2007 24,134 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2006 23,045 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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M490 KCU is a 1995 Yamaha XJ600 in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 M490 KCU, 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 M490 KCU registered?

M490 KCU is a 1995 Yamaha XJ600, first registered on 13 June 1995.

Is M490 KCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for M490 KCU shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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