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R237 VFJ

1998 Yamaha XJ600

Black Petrol 598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2021
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

23,263 mi
Last recorded23,263 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2020
Typical for 1998 Yamaha XJ60023,980 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR237 VFJ
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ600
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2020 23,263 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2020 23,263 miles

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

Rear Shock absorber insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Jun 2019 23,262 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2018 21,626 miles
Pass 5 May 2017 21,047 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2013 15,689 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2012 15,656 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 5 Jul 2011 14,430 miles

slight wear clutch lever

Pass 16 Jul 2010 12,668 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2009 12,598 miles

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

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

front tyre flat

no free play in clutch

Fail 16 Feb 2009 12,593 miles

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h) DANGEROUS

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

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

front tyre flat

no free play in clutch

Pass 24 Mar 2007 11,328 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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R237 VFJ is a 1998 Yamaha XJ600 in Black with a 598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 R237 VFJ, 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 R237 VFJ registered?

R237 VFJ is a 1998 Yamaha XJ600, first registered on 1 May 1998.

Is R237 VFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for R237 VFJ shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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