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N427 SKG

1996 Yamaha XJ600

Blue Petrol 598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2024
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

48,537 mi
Last recorded48,537 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2023
Typical for 1996 Yamaha XJ60028,416 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN427 SKG
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ600
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2023 48,537 miles

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

Pass 31 Mar 2022 45,135 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2022 45,135 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake hose connection leaking (1.1.12 (c)) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 May 2019 43,929 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 May 2018 41,724 miles
Pass 5 May 2017 39,419 miles
Pass 24 May 2016 37,599 miles
Pass 29 May 2015 37,465 miles
Pass 30 May 2014 37,254 miles

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 30 May 2013 36,932 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 4 May 2012 36,110 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2011 35,532 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2010 34,755 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2009 33,372 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 26 Apr 2008 31,010 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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N427 SKG is a 1996 Yamaha XJ600 in Blue with a 598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 N427 SKG, 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 N427 SKG registered?

N427 SKG is a 1996 Yamaha XJ600, first registered on 6 June 1996.

Is N427 SKG safe to buy?

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