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P289 WTL

1997 Yamaha XJ600

Black Petrol 598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Oct 2012
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

32,915 mi
Last recorded32,915 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2011
Typical for 1997 Yamaha XJ60025,761 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP289 WTL
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ600
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2011 32,915 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 14 Sep 2010 31,853 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2009 29,520 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2008 28,509 miles

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

Pass 15 Sep 2008 28,509 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2007 37,179 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2007 26,590 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2006 24,691 miles

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 10 Jul 2006 24,691 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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P289 WTL is a 1997 Yamaha XJ600 in Black with a 598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 P289 WTL, 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 P289 WTL?

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What year was P289 WTL registered?

P289 WTL is a 1997 Yamaha XJ600, first registered on 6 May 1997.

Is P289 WTL safe to buy?

The MOT history for P289 WTL shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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