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R164 YLC

1998 Yamaha XJ600

Blue Petrol 598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Aug 2012
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

26,227 mi
Last recorded26,227 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2011
Typical for 1998 Yamaha XJ60023,980 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR164 YLC
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ600
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2011 26,227 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 19 Jun 2010 24,244 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 18 Jun 2009 22,036 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2008 20,625 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2008 20,625 miles

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

Pass 5 May 2007 19,228 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 4 May 2006 18,249 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2006 17,010 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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R164 YLC is a 1998 Yamaha XJ600 in Blue with a 598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 R164 YLC, 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 R164 YLC registered?

R164 YLC is a 1998 Yamaha XJ600, first registered on 21 April 1998.

Is R164 YLC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R164 YLC shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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