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P336 VKH

1997 Yamaha XJ600

Black Petrol 598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Apr 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

35,773 mi
Last recorded35,773 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Yamaha XJ60025,761 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP336 VKH
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ600
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2026 35,773 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2025 35,424 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2024 35,750 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2023 34,734 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2022 34,363 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 3 Oct 2019 31,782 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2015 31,692 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2014 31,588 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2013 31,516 miles

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

Pass 27 Jul 2012 30,912 miles

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

Pass 29 Jul 2011 30,006 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 13 Jul 2010 29,573 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2009 28,265 miles

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

Pass 7 May 2008 24,852 miles

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

Fail 6 May 2008 24,852 miles

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

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

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

Pass 4 Apr 2007 20,907 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2006 19,499 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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P336 VKH is a 1997 Yamaha XJ600 in Black with a 598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 P336 VKH, 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.

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What year was P336 VKH registered?

P336 VKH is a 1997 Yamaha XJ600, first registered on 21 March 1997.

Is P336 VKH safe to buy?

The MOT history for P336 VKH shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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