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R128 FYG

1998 Yamaha XJ600

Black Petrol 598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2017
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

21,897 mi
Last recorded21,897 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2016
Typical for 1998 Yamaha XJ60023,980 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR128 FYG
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ600
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2016 21,897 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2016 21,897 miles

Front Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)

Fail 8 Sep 2012 21,889 miles

Nearside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Offside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 27 May 2010 21,846 miles
Fail 27 May 2010 21,846 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Front Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Pass 28 Oct 2008 21,502 miles

steering head bearings slightly notchy

Pass 3 May 2006 21,033 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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R128 FYG is a 1998 Yamaha XJ600 in Black with a 598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R128 FYG, 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 R128 FYG registered?

R128 FYG is a 1998 Yamaha XJ600, first registered on 19 March 1998.

Is R128 FYG safe to buy?

The MOT history for R128 FYG shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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