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P815 PHK

1997 Yamaha XT600

Black Petrol 595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2024
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

27,459 mi
Last recorded27,459 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2023
Typical for 1997 Yamaha XT60026,305 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP815 PHK
MakeYamaha
ModelXT600
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine595cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2023 27,459 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2022 27,442 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2018 27,207 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 24 Jul 2018 27,207 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 7 Jun 2017 27,054 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2016 26,282 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2015 25,758 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2014 24,939 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2013 23,728 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 23 Aug 2013 23,728 miles

Front Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d) DANGEROUS

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 3 Apr 2008 19,515 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 3 Apr 2008 19,515 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2007 16,441 miles

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

Pass 24 Jan 2006 11,400 miles

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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P815 PHK is a 1997 Yamaha XT600 in Black with a 595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 P815 PHK, 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.

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What year was P815 PHK registered?

P815 PHK is a 1997 Yamaha XT600, first registered on 18 June 1997.

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