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R132 PCF

1998 Yamaha XJ600

Black Petrol 598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2024
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

54,075 mi
Last recorded54,075 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2023
Typical for 1998 Yamaha XJ60023,980 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR132 PCF
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ600
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2023 54,075 miles

Front Headlamp light intensity reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Front Headlamp slightly discoloured (4.1.4 (a))

Front Horn slightly loose (7.7 (b))

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Lower Suspension ball joint worn, but not excessively (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 20 Apr 2023 54,048 miles

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak Both (5.3.2 (b))

Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn S/Arm bearings (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Drive chain so worn it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 12 Jul 2022 53,464 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 12 Jul 2022 53,464 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 23 Jul 2021 53,000 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 23 Jul 2021 53,000 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 29 Sep 2008 52,986 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2007 52,878 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2006 52,002 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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R132 PCF is a 1998 Yamaha XJ600 in Black with a 598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 R132 PCF, 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 R132 PCF registered?

R132 PCF is a 1998 Yamaha XJ600, first registered on 22 April 1998.

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