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N404 MGT

1996 Yamaha XJ600

Blue Petrol 598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 May 2024
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

36,037 mi
Last recorded36,037 miles
Recorded on5 May 2023
Typical for 1996 Yamaha XJ60028,416 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN404 MGT
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ600
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 May 2023 36,037 miles

Nearside Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly loose Carrier bearing has slight free play (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly loose Cush drive rubbers slightly worn (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 2 May 2023 36,037 miles

Central Front Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect No beam pattern (LED type bulb fitted) non standard (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Drive chain horseshoe locking device incorrectly fitted (6.1.7 (j) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Wheel spindle locking device missing (5.2.1 (d))

Nearside Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly loose Carrier bearing has slight free play (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly loose Cush drive rubbers slightly worn (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 13 Apr 2022 34,013 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 29 Apr 2021 31,482 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2019 30,811 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 11 Dec 2019 30,811 miles

Rear Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 19 Nov 2018 30,300 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2018 30,300 miles

Rear Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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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N404 MGT is a 1996 Yamaha XJ600 in Blue with a 598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 N404 MGT, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N404 MGT registered?

N404 MGT is a 1996 Yamaha XJ600, first registered on 13 May 1996.

Is N404 MGT safe to buy?

The MOT history for N404 MGT shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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