MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
55,770 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Centre Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)
Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)
Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)
Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))
Offside Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))
Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)
Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)
Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
Rear Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)
How Reliable is the Yamaha XJ600?
Based on 74,677 MOT tests across 7,907 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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R218 FGP is a 1998 Yamaha XJ600 in Red with a 598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.
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 R218 FGP, 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 R218 FGP registered?
R218 FGP is a 1998 Yamaha XJ600, first registered on 12 May 1998.
Is R218 FGP safe to buy?
The MOT history for R218 FGP shows 17 tests with a 64.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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