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P204 GRC

1997 Yamaha XJ600

Blue Petrol 598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Aug 2026
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

17,769 mi
Last recorded17,769 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2025
Typical for 1997 Yamaha XJ60025,761 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP204 GRC
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ600
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2025 17,769 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2023 17,429 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2022 17,406 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2021 17,308 miles
Fail 1 May 2015 17,259 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 1 May 2015 17,259 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

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

Pass 27 Oct 2008 17,205 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2007 16,959 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2006 16,779 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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P204 GRC is a 1997 Yamaha XJ600 in Blue with a 598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 P204 GRC, 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 P204 GRC registered?

P204 GRC is a 1997 Yamaha XJ600, first registered on 2 April 1997.

Is P204 GRC safe to buy?

The MOT history for P204 GRC shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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