CarVerify

Free Car Check

P183 OLD

1997 Yamaha XJ600

Blue Petrol 598cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2016
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

15,912 mi
Last recorded15,912 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2015
Typical for 1997 Yamaha XJ60025,761 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Yamaha
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationP183 OLD
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ600
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2015 15,912 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2014 15,506 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Fail 14 Jun 2014 15,506 miles

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 16 May 2013 15,249 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2012 14,811 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2012 14,811 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket carrier worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 10 Mar 2011 14,688 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 2 Mar 2010 13,977 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2009 13,372 miles

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

Fail 11 Mar 2009 13,372 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Drive chain fouling another component (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 19 Mar 2008 12,533 miles

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

Pass 20 Mar 2007 11,624 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2007 11,624 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Mar 2006 10,895 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2006 10,895 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.3)

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
Full Yamaha XJ600 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

P183 OLD 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 66.7%.

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 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 P183 OLD, 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

How do I check the history of P183 OLD?

You can check the full history of P183 OLD by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was P183 OLD registered?

P183 OLD is a 1997 Yamaha XJ600, first registered on 13 March 1997.

Is P183 OLD safe to buy?

The MOT history for P183 OLD shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P183 OLD have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on P183 OLD. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.