CarVerify

Free Car Check

P263 VDS

1997 Yamaha XJ600

Red Petrol 598cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jun 2022
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

35,078 mi
Last recorded35,078 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2021
Typical for 1997 Yamaha XJ60025,761 mi

Above 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

RegistrationP263 VDS
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ600
Year1997
ColourRed
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 2 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2021 35,078 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2015 34,948 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 10 Mar 2014 33,646 miles

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

Fail 8 Mar 2013 30,191 miles

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Pass 8 Mar 2013 30,191 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2011 28,726 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2010 27,010 miles

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

Pass 11 May 2009 26,298 miles

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

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Oil leak

Rear position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

handle bar covers fitted restricting full inspection

Pass 26 Apr 2008 20,066 miles

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

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

Rear position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

temporary headlight mask fitted

Pass 1 May 2007 19,414 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2007 19,277 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

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

Pass 1 Apr 2006 17,118 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
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

P263 VDS is a 1997 Yamaha XJ600 in Red with a 598cc 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 P263 VDS, 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 P263 VDS?

You can check the full history of P263 VDS by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was P263 VDS registered?

P263 VDS is a 1997 Yamaha XJ600, first registered on 12 February 1997.

Is P263 VDS safe to buy?

The MOT history for P263 VDS shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P263 VDS 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 P263 VDS. 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.