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P511 NOL

1997 Yamaha XT600

Green Petrol 595cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Oct 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

23,876 mi
Last recorded23,876 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2025
Typical for 1997 Yamaha XT60026,305 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP511 NOL
MakeYamaha
ModelXT600
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine595cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2025 23,876 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2024 23,184 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2023 22,749 miles
Pass 9 May 2022 22,367 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2021 21,427 miles
Pass 18 May 2018 21,373 miles
Fail 18 May 2018 21,373 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 10 Jun 2015 21,344 miles

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

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

Fail 1 Jun 2015 21,344 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

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

Registration plate background overprinted or shadowed with text (6.3.1e)

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

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

Pass 20 Sep 2013 21,283 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2012 21,135 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2011 19,207 miles

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

Pass 27 Mar 2010 16,440 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 26 Mar 2010 16,439 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 14 Mar 2009 14,714 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2008 13,340 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2007 11,883 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2006 10,189 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Pass 17 Mar 2006 10,189 miles

Rear Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

How Reliable is the Yamaha XT600?

Based on 22,221 MOT tests across 2,420 vehicles.

85.3%
Pass Rate
586
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
2,420
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 150
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 141
reflector on motorcycle missing 129
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 122
suspension bush has excessive free play 111
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P511 NOL is a 1997 Yamaha XT600 in Green with a 595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 1997 Yamaha XT600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.5% with a typical mileage of 26,305 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 XT600 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 150 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P511 NOL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha XT600 typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 29 years old, this Yamaha XT600 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of P511 NOL?

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What year was P511 NOL registered?

P511 NOL is a 1997 Yamaha XT600, first registered on 20 June 1997.

Is P511 NOL safe to buy?

The MOT history for P511 NOL shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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