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P154 GUJ

1997 Yamaha XJ600

Blue Petrol 598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2025
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

15,458 mi
Last recorded15,458 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2024
Typical for 1997 Yamaha XJ60025,761 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP154 GUJ
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ600
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2024 15,458 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2023 15,447 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2022 15,440 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2021 15,064 miles

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

Pass 24 Jun 2014 14,915 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2013 14,833 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 9 Jul 2012 14,411 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 22 Jul 2011 14,034 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2010 13,713 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2009 13,001 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2008 12,859 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 1 Jul 2008 12,859 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 6 Jul 2007 12,606 miles

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

Fail 5 Jul 2007 12,606 miles

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

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 24 Jun 2006 12,008 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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P154 GUJ is a 1997 Yamaha XJ600 in Blue with a 598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 P154 GUJ, 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 P154 GUJ registered?

P154 GUJ is a 1997 Yamaha XJ600, first registered on 1 July 1997.

Is P154 GUJ safe to buy?

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