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PX08 VLZ

2008 Yamaha XT600

Black Petrol 595cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jun 2027
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

21,817 mi
Last recorded21,817 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Yamaha XT60026,305 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPX08 VLZ
MakeYamaha
ModelXT600
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine595cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2026 21,817 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 2 Apr 2025 21,777 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

sprocket bearing excessive play

Pass 25 Aug 2023 20,909 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 25 Aug 2023 20,909 miles

Direction indicator likely to become detached (4.4.1 (c) (ii))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Aug 2022 20,294 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2022 20,283 miles

Front Dipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on dipped beam (4.1.3 (b))

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose (5.2.2 (d))

Pass 28 Jul 2021 17,471 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

frame slightly corroded

Fail 28 Jul 2021 17,467 miles

Front Stop lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.3.3 (a) (ii))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Horn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))

Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

frame slightly corroded

Pass 9 Dec 2019 16,679 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2018 16,173 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2017 14,827 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2016 12,592 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2015 10,633 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2014 8,922 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2013 7,055 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2013 5,203 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2012 4,694 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2011 3,470 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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PX08 VLZ is a 2008 Yamaha XT600 in Black with a 595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2008 Yamaha XT600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.0% 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 PX08 VLZ, 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 18 years old, this Yamaha XT600 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was PX08 VLZ registered?

PX08 VLZ is a 2008 Yamaha XT600, first registered on 19 March 2008.

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The MOT history for PX08 VLZ shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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