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R513 KAW

1998 Yamaha XT600

Blue Petrol 559cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Mar 2027
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

36,583 mi
Last recorded36,583 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2026
Typical for 1998 Yamaha XT60024,163 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR513 KAW
MakeYamaha
ModelXT600
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine559cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2026 36,583 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2026 36,583 miles

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Jul 2021 36,561 miles

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

Pass 14 Jun 2018 59,122 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

baffle missing from end can

beam deflector fitted

Fail 2 May 2018 59,109 miles

Front Brake lever cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Rear Wheel spoke missing (4.2.1b)

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released Front brake control (1.3.1e)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Pass 19 Aug 2016 58,926 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

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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R513 KAW is a 1998 Yamaha XT600 in Blue with a 559cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 R513 KAW, 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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What year was R513 KAW registered?

R513 KAW is a 1998 Yamaha XT600, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R513 KAW safe to buy?

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