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P255 DUY

1997 Yamaha XT600

Blue Petrol 595cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Dec 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

11,371 mi
Last recorded11,371 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2025
Typical for 1997 Yamaha XT60026,305 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP255 DUY
MakeYamaha
ModelXT600
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine595cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2025 11,371 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2024 10,729 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2023 8,771 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2017 8,770 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2014 8,608 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2013 8,589 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2012 8,589 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 8,588 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2010 8,404 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2010 8,404 miles

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Pass 29 Jul 2008 7,752 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2007 7,496 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha XT600?

Based on 22,221 MOT tests across 2,420 vehicles.

85.3%
Pass Rate
586
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
2,420
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 150
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 141
reflector on motorcycle missing 129
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 122
suspension bush has excessive free play 111
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P255 DUY is a 1997 Yamaha XT600 in Blue with a 595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1997 Yamaha XT600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.5% with a typical mileage of 26,305 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha XT600 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 150 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P255 DUY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha XT600 typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 29 years old, this Yamaha XT600 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was P255 DUY registered?

P255 DUY is a 1997 Yamaha XT600, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P255 DUY safe to buy?

The MOT history for P255 DUY shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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