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N600 AWG

1998 Yamaha XJ600

Blue Petrol 598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Feb 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

63,575 mi
Last recorded63,575 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2026
Typical for 1998 Yamaha XJ60023,980 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN600 AWG
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ600
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2026 63,575 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2025 63,234 miles

Idle is a little high

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit Both sides (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 3 Jun 2024 62,680 miles

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

Fail 24 May 2024 62,674 miles

Fuel system component leaking fuel tap (6.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 10 May 2023 60,293 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2022 58,356 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2021 53,316 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2020 47,328 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2019 42,814 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2018 37,532 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2017 34,449 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2016 30,888 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2015 27,614 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 4 Apr 2014 24,483 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2010 23,721 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2009 20,396 miles
Pass 31 May 2008 15,784 miles
Fail 31 May 2008 15,784 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 26 Jun 2007 13,291 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2007 13,291 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2007 13,291 miles

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 28 Jun 2006 7,231 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2006 7,205 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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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N600 AWG is a 1998 Yamaha XJ600 in Blue with a 598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

Across all 1998 Yamaha XJ600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.5% with a typical mileage of 23,980 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 N600 AWG, 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 28 years old, this Yamaha XJ600 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N600 AWG registered?

N600 AWG is a 1998 Yamaha XJ600, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is N600 AWG safe to buy?

The MOT history for N600 AWG shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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