MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
37,382 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
Central Rear Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Rear Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))
Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)
Plate brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.B2b)
Rear Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))
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R156 EGB is a 1998 Yamaha XJ600 in Black with a 598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.
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 R156 EGB, 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 R156 EGB registered?
R156 EGB is a 1998 Yamaha XJ600, first registered on 1 January 1998.
Is R156 EGB safe to buy?
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