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P181 UGP

1997 Yamaha XJ600

Black Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Oct 2017
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

30,388 mi
Last recorded30,388 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2016
Typical for 1997 Yamaha XJ60025,761 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP181 UGP
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ600
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2016 30,388 miles

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

Pass 8 Oct 2015 30,318 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 29 Aug 2014 30,266 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 17 Apr 2013 29,999 miles

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 23 May 2012 29,967 miles

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 25 Feb 2011 29,795 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 29 Aug 2009 29,612 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 6 Sep 2008 29,095 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2007 27,252 miles

advise only bolt missing from head light frame.

Fail 3 Aug 2007 27,216 miles

Front Brake disc(s) is excessively distorted (3.2.A1m)

Rear Brake disc(s) is excessively distorted (3.2.A1m)

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 29 Aug 2006 24,906 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2006 24,726 miles

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

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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P181 UGP is a 1997 Yamaha XJ600 in Black with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 P181 UGP, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P181 UGP registered?

P181 UGP is a 1997 Yamaha XJ600, first registered on 26 March 1997.

Is P181 UGP safe to buy?

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