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P363 REW

1997 Yamaha XJ600

Blue Petrol 598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Apr 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

63,183 mi
Last recorded63,183 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Yamaha XJ60025,761 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP363 REW
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ600
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2026 63,183 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2025 62,620 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2024 61,931 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2023 61,021 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2022 59,658 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2021 58,982 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2019 58,673 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2018 58,538 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2017 58,200 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2017

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

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 23 Jul 2016 57,713 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2015 57,671 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2014 57,421 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2012 56,299 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 21 Sep 2012 56,299 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2010 56,176 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2009 54,543 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2008 47,482 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2007 37,645 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2006 31,619 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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P363 REW is a 1997 Yamaha XJ600 in Blue with a 598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 P363 REW, 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 P363 REW registered?

P363 REW is a 1997 Yamaha XJ600, first registered on 1 July 1997.

Is P363 REW safe to buy?

The MOT history for P363 REW shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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