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R247 NPR

1998 Yamaha XJ600

Black Petrol 598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2023
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

25,993 mi
Last recorded25,993 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2022
Typical for 1998 Yamaha XJ60023,980 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR247 NPR
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ600
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2022 25,993 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Jul 2020 24,271 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2019 23,742 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Aug 2018 23,392 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2017 22,916 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2016 22,872 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 18 Aug 2015 22,431 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2014 22,354 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2013 22,056 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2012 21,331 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2011 20,111 miles

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Pass 9 Aug 2010 18,911 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 3 Aug 2009 18,032 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 18 Aug 2008 17,121 miles

All position lamps slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

slight bind front brakes

Fail 14 Aug 2008 17,108 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

All position lamps slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 4 Aug 2007 15,474 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2006 15,108 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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R247 NPR is a 1998 Yamaha XJ600 in Black with a 598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 R247 NPR, 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 R247 NPR registered?

R247 NPR is a 1998 Yamaha XJ600, first registered on 18 March 1998.

Is R247 NPR safe to buy?

The MOT history for R247 NPR shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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