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R221 HVW

1998 Yamaha XJ600

Red Petrol 598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jun 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

12,082 mi
Last recorded12,082 miles
Recorded on28 May 2025
Typical for 1998 Yamaha XJ60023,980 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR221 HVW
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ600
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 May 2025 12,082 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2024 11,982 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 2 Oct 2020 11,856 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2019 11,824 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2017 11,562 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2016 11,494 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2015 11,398 miles

Front Gradient brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.D1d)

Pass 18 Sep 2014 11,315 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2013 11,184 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2012 10,921 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2011 10,501 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2010 10,127 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 17 Sep 2009 9,887 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2007 8,956 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fail 4 Oct 2007 8,956 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Pass 13 Jul 2006 8,573 miles

Centre Exhaust is leaking but is not 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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R221 HVW is a 1998 Yamaha XJ600 in Red with a 598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 R221 HVW, 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 R221 HVW registered?

R221 HVW is a 1998 Yamaha XJ600, first registered on 26 May 1998.

Is R221 HVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R221 HVW shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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