MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
47,206 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)
Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)
Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)
Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)
Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)
Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)
Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)
Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)
Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii)) DANGEROUS
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)
Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
How Reliable is the Yamaha XJ600S?
Based on 956 MOT tests across 129 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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N981 GRV is a 1996 Yamaha XJ600S in Silver with a 598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.
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 N981 GRV, 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 N981 GRV registered?
N981 GRV is a 1996 Yamaha XJ600S, first registered on 20 April 1996.
Is N981 GRV safe to buy?
The MOT history for N981 GRV shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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