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R261 WSL

1998 Yamaha XJ600

Red Petrol 598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Apr 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

16,473 mi
Last recorded16,473 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2026
Typical for 1998 Yamaha XJ60023,980 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR261 WSL
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ600
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2026 16,473 miles

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

Fail 30 Apr 2026 16,473 miles

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

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls Inoperative from front brake control (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 9 Sep 2024 16,375 miles

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

Pass 9 Oct 2023 16,350 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2022 16,292 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2021 16,182 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2020 16,029 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2019 15,944 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2018 15,886 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2017 15,872 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2016 15,752 miles

Front brake binding but not significantly

Rear brake binding but not significantly

Pass 7 May 2015 15,712 miles
Pass 14 May 2014 15,607 miles
Pass 2 May 2013 15,360 miles
Pass 14 May 2012 15,040 miles
Pass 16 May 2011 14,197 miles
Pass 4 May 2010 13,148 miles
Pass 5 May 2009 11,488 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 5 May 2009 11,474 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Headlamp switch insecure (1.2.4)

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 28 Apr 2008 10,442 miles
Pass 3 May 2006 9,167 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2006 9,167 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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 WSL is a 1998 Yamaha XJ600 in Red with a 598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 WSL, 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 R261 WSL registered?

R261 WSL is a 1998 Yamaha XJ600, first registered on 29 June 1998.

Is R261 WSL safe to buy?

The MOT history for R261 WSL shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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