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P181 TGP

1997 Yamaha XJ600S

Blue Petrol 598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jul 2016
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

35,242 mi
Last recorded35,242 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2015
Typical for 1997 Yamaha XJ600S25,746 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP181 TGP
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ600S
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2015 35,242 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2014 32,399 miles

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

Pass 17 Jul 2013 30,319 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2012 30,175 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 16 Aug 2012 30,175 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2011 29,813 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2010 29,487 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2010 29,487 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 2 Sep 2009 28,617 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2008 27,299 miles

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

Pass 16 Sep 2008 27,299 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2007 25,736 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2007 25,730 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Pass 29 Aug 2006 24,171 miles

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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P181 TGP is a 1997 Yamaha XJ600S in Blue with a 598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1997 Yamaha XJ600S models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.7% with a typical mileage of 25,746 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 P181 TGP, 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 29 years old, this Yamaha XJ600S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P181 TGP registered?

P181 TGP is a 1997 Yamaha XJ600S, first registered on 4 March 1997.

Is P181 TGP safe to buy?

The MOT history for P181 TGP shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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