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R125 VSJ

1998 Yamaha XJ600

Blue Petrol 598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2021
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

9,207 mi
Last recorded9,207 miles
Recorded on15 May 2020
Typical for 1998 Yamaha XJ60023,980 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR125 VSJ
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ600
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 May 2020 9,207 miles
Pass 31 May 2019 9,195 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2018 9,188 miles

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

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

Fail 24 Apr 2018 9,187 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 24 Apr 2017 8,471 miles

Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit Front brake pads (3.2.A1f(i))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain sprocket slightly worn Front and rear (6.2.1e)

Pass 25 Apr 2016 5,967 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2015 5,958 miles

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

Pass 19 Mar 2014 5,788 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2013 5,657 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 5,646 miles

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

Fail 22 Mar 2012 5,615 miles

Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Pass 31 Mar 2011 5,487 miles

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 16 Mar 2010 5,326 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2009 5,179 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2008 5,044 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2007 4,982 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2006 4,892 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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R125 VSJ is a 1998 Yamaha XJ600 in Blue with a 598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 1998 Yamaha XJ600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.5% with a typical mileage of 23,980 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 R125 VSJ, 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 28 years old, this Yamaha XJ600 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R125 VSJ registered?

R125 VSJ is a 1998 Yamaha XJ600, first registered on 1 June 1998.

Is R125 VSJ safe to buy?

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