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NK51 ETV

2001 Yamaha XJ600

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

25,433 mi
Last recorded25,433 miles
Recorded on1 May 2025
Typical for 2001 Yamaha XJ60019,582 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNK51 ETV
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ600
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 May 2025 25,433 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 20 Sep 2023 25,303 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Rear Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Jun 2022 24,969 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2021 24,632 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2020 24,212 miles

front fork dust covers perished but working

Pass 13 Jul 2017 24,169 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2017 24,169 miles

Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d) DANGEROUS

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 27 Jul 2016 23,985 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 1 Aug 2015 23,896 miles
Pass 9 May 2014 23,822 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2013 22,473 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2013 22,473 miles

Nearside Outer Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Pass 3 Apr 2012 21,172 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2011 18,674 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2010 16,744 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2009 14,430 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2009 14,430 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 24 Apr 2008 12,550 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 24 Apr 2008 12,550 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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NK51 ETV is a 2001 Yamaha XJ600 in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 2001 Yamaha XJ600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.3% with a typical mileage of 19,582 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 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 NK51 ETV, 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 25 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 NK51 ETV registered?

NK51 ETV is a 2001 Yamaha XJ600, first registered on 1 December 2001.

Is NK51 ETV safe to buy?

The MOT history for NK51 ETV shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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