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P149 TVF

1997 Yamaha XJ600

Black Petrol 598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Apr 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

46,999 mi
Last recorded46,999 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Yamaha XJ60025,761 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP149 TVF
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ600
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2026 46,999 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Apr 2025 45,396 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 4 Jul 2023 44,428 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases corroded (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil folk (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 18 Jul 2022 43,338 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Jul 2021 39,298 miles

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

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Jul 2020 37,795 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2019 37,187 miles

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 29 Jun 2018 36,485 miles
Pass 15 May 2017 35,427 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 34,220 miles

rear tyre age cracking

Pass 5 May 2015 32,807 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2014 32,156 miles
Pass 29 May 2013 31,780 miles

Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 5 Jun 2012 31,246 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2011 30,800 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Pass 20 May 2010 30,196 miles
Pass 20 May 2009 29,468 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Fail 24 May 2008 28,299 miles

Rear wheel spindle loose (2.4.A.2b)

Pass 24 May 2008 28,299 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2007 28,169 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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P149 TVF is a 1997 Yamaha XJ600 in Black with a 598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

Across all 1997 Yamaha XJ600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.5% with a typical mileage of 25,761 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 P149 TVF, 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 29 years old, this Yamaha XJ600 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was P149 TVF registered?

P149 TVF is a 1997 Yamaha XJ600, first registered on 4 July 1997.

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