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N556 JAH

1996 Yamaha XT600

White Petrol 595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2022
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

43,614 mi
Last recorded43,614 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2021
Typical for 1996 Yamaha XT60029,754 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN556 JAH
MakeYamaha
ModelXT600
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine595cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2021 43,614 miles

Front Wheel corroded but not to excess (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

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

Rear Wheel corroded but not to excess (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Pass 8 Dec 2020 43,154 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2020 43,154 miles

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

Rear Wheel fixing missing (single fixing) no locking device (5.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 May 2019 42,479 miles

Suspension component has wear or play, but not to excess rear suspension linkage, slight play (5.3.3 (d))

Fail 17 May 2019 42,479 miles

Front Wheel spindle loose (5.2.1 (c) (i))

Suspension component has wear or play, but not to excess rear suspension linkage, slight play (5.3.3 (d))

Pass 22 May 2018 41,722 miles
Pass 11 May 2017 41,510 miles
Pass 12 May 2016 40,327 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2015 39,088 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2007 25,336 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2007 25,336 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 15 Jul 2006 25,290 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha XT600?

Based on 22,221 MOT tests across 2,420 vehicles.

85.3%
Pass Rate
586
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
2,420
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 150
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 141
reflector on motorcycle missing 129
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 122
suspension bush has excessive free play 111
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N556 JAH is a 1996 Yamaha XT600 in White with a 595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1996 Yamaha XT600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.0% with a typical mileage of 29,754 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 XT600 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 150 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N556 JAH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha XT600 typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 30 years old, this Yamaha XT600 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was N556 JAH registered?

N556 JAH is a 1996 Yamaha XT600, first registered on 6 January 1996.

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