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R157 XDC

1998 Yamaha XJ600

Red Petrol 598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2024
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

29,038 mi
Last recorded29,038 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2023
Typical for 1998 Yamaha XJ60023,980 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR157 XDC
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ600
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2023 29,038 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2023 29,038 miles

Dipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on main beam Dipswitch seized. (freed-off during test. OK) (4.1.3 (b))

Pass 14 Jun 2022 28,915 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2021 28,761 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2021 28,761 miles

Horn not working Connection re-made during test. (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Jun 2020 28,436 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2020 28,436 miles

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

Pass 10 Jun 2019 28,419 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2019 28,419 miles

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Jul 2018 28,200 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2017 28,028 miles

Offside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Pass 31 Mar 2016 27,748 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Pass 19 Mar 2015 26,700 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Pass 15 Feb 2014 26,842 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 15 Feb 2014 26,842 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 21 Jun 2008 26,142 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2007 24,444 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2007 24,444 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2007 24,434 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 22 Jun 2006 21,865 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2006 21,864 miles

Centre Rear Lower Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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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R157 XDC is a 1998 Yamaha XJ600 in Red with a 598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 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 R157 XDC, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R157 XDC registered?

R157 XDC is a 1998 Yamaha XJ600, first registered on 11 May 1998.

Is R157 XDC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R157 XDC shows 21 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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