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R261 KFG

1998 Yamaha XJ600

Black Petrol 598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Mar 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

40,509 mi
Last recorded40,509 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2026
Typical for 1998 Yamaha XJ60023,980 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR261 KFG
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ600
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2026 40,509 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2025 40,427 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2024 40,100 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2023 38,916 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (very loose) (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 4 Jun 2022 36,935 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 15 May 2021 34,676 miles
Pass 15 May 2020 33,644 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 21 Feb 2019 32,506 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2018 31,374 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Pass 10 Mar 2017 29,894 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 12 Mar 2016 26,365 miles

Front advise tyre valve replacement

advise tyre valve replacement

Fail 11 Mar 2016 26,365 miles

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

Front advise tyre valve replacement

advise tyre valve replacement

Pass 27 Apr 2015 25,246 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 25 Apr 2014 24,189 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Fail 25 Apr 2014 24,189 miles

Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Pass 8 Apr 2013 18,213 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2012 18,187 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2010 17,477 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2009 16,287 miles
Pass 24 May 2008 14,417 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2007 13,855 miles
Pass 30 May 2006 11,214 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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R261 KFG is a 1998 Yamaha XJ600 in Black with a 598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 R261 KFG, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R261 KFG registered?

R261 KFG is a 1998 Yamaha XJ600, first registered on 6 April 1998.

Is R261 KFG safe to buy?

The MOT history for R261 KFG shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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