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R294 GGU

1998 Yamaha XT600

White Petrol 595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jan 2022
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

51,294 mi
Last recorded51,294 miles
Recorded on22 Dec 2020
Typical for 1998 Yamaha XT60024,163 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR294 GGU
MakeYamaha
ModelXT600
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine595cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Dec 2020 51,294 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2019 50,492 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2018 49,840 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2017 48,281 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2016 47,116 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2016 47,114 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Registration plate incorrect yellow fitted to front (6.3.1a)

Fail 2 Jun 2015 45,948 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 2 Jun 2015 45,948 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2014 44,804 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2013 44,009 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2011 43,376 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2010 42,168 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2009 34,609 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha XT600?

Based on 22,221 MOT tests across 2,420 vehicles.

85.3%
Pass Rate
586
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
2,420
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 150
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 141
reflector on motorcycle missing 129
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 122
suspension bush has excessive free play 111
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R294 GGU is a 1998 Yamaha XT600 in White with a 595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 1998 Yamaha XT600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.3% with a typical mileage of 24,163 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Yamaha XT600 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 150 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R294 GGU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha XT600 typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 28 years old, this Yamaha XT600 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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How do I check the history of R294 GGU?

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What year was R294 GGU registered?

R294 GGU is a 1998 Yamaha XT600, first registered on 4 February 1998.

Is R294 GGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R294 GGU shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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