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P242 NWG

1997 Yamaha XJ600

Blue Petrol 598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Nov 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

17,607 mi
Last recorded17,607 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2025
Typical for 1997 Yamaha XJ60025,761 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP242 NWG
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ600
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2025 17,607 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2024 16,012 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2023 14,355 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2022 13,026 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2021 13,015 miles
Pass 5 May 2020 12,920 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2016 12,726 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2015 12,333 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2014 12,155 miles

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

drive chain dirty

Fail 2 Sep 2014 12,155 miles

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

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

drive chain dirty

Pass 18 Jun 2013 11,905 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2013 11,877 miles

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

Pass 27 Jun 2012 8,222 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2011 5,922 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2010 5,665 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2008 5,426 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2007 5,097 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2006 4,803 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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P242 NWG is a 1997 Yamaha XJ600 in Blue with a 598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 P242 NWG, 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 P242 NWG registered?

P242 NWG is a 1997 Yamaha XJ600, first registered on 28 June 1997.

Is P242 NWG safe to buy?

The MOT history for P242 NWG shows 18 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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