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N221 JLP

1996 Yamaha XJ600

Green Petrol 598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2013
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

61,194 mi
Last recorded61,194 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2012
Typical for 1996 Yamaha XJ60028,416 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN221 JLP
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ600
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2012 61,194 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Fail 18 Jul 2011 37,989 miles

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 18 Jul 2011 37,989 miles

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 8 Jun 2010 26,411 miles

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

Pass 2 Jun 2009 25,947 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2008 25,069 miles
Pass 25 May 2007 23,496 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2006 22,770 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2006 22,770 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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N221 JLP is a 1996 Yamaha XJ600 in Green with a 598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1996 Yamaha XJ600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.9% with a typical mileage of 28,416 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 N221 JLP, 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 30 years old, this Yamaha XJ600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was N221 JLP registered?

N221 JLP is a 1996 Yamaha XJ600, first registered on 27 June 1996.

Is N221 JLP safe to buy?

The MOT history for N221 JLP shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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