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N786 KBW

1996 Yamaha XJ600S

Black Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

60,659 mi
Last recorded60,659 miles
Recorded on24 May 2006
Typical for 1996 Yamaha XJ600S27,489 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN786 KBW
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ600S
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc
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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 May 2006 60,659 miles
Fail 24 May 2006 60,659 miles

Fairing insecure and likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)

Steering control fouling between components which interferes with the free movement of the steering (2.1.2a)

Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b) DANGEROUS

Handlebar fractured (2.1.1b) DANGEROUS

How Reliable is the Yamaha XJ600S?

Based on 956 MOT tests across 129 vehicles.

79.1%
Pass Rate
1,023
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
129
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 25
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 15
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 13
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 12
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 11
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N786 KBW is a 1996 Yamaha XJ600S in Black with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1996 Yamaha XJ600S models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.4% with a typical mileage of 27,489 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 XJ600S fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 25 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N786 KBW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha XJ600S typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 30 years old, this Yamaha XJ600S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was N786 KBW registered?

N786 KBW is a 1996 Yamaha XJ600S, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is N786 KBW safe to buy?

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