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P38 ORT

1997 Yamaha XJ600

Red Petrol 598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2019
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

31,580 mi
Last recorded31,580 miles
Recorded on23 May 2018
Typical for 1997 Yamaha XJ60025,761 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP38 ORT
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ600
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 May 2018 31,580 miles
Pass 23 May 2017 26,590 miles

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

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

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

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Fail 23 May 2017 26,590 miles

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

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

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Pass 16 May 2016 24,610 miles
Pass 9 May 2015 22,553 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2014 20,681 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

engine oil level on lower mark.

Pass 5 Apr 2013 17,627 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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P38 ORT is a 1997 Yamaha XJ600 in Red with a 598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 P38 ORT, 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 P38 ORT registered?

P38 ORT is a 1997 Yamaha XJ600, first registered on 15 April 1997.

Is P38 ORT safe to buy?

The MOT history for P38 ORT shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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