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R608 CKG

1997 Yamaha XT

Green Petrol 598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jul 2014
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

6,022 mi
Last recorded6,022 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2013
Typical for 1997 Yamaha XT14,632 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR608 CKG
MakeYamaha
ModelXT
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc
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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 19 Jul 2013 6,022 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2012 6,009 miles

Fork gaitors fitted-unable to clearly inspect frok seals

Pass 24 Jun 2011 5,991 miles

FORK GAITORS FITT4ED-unable to clearly inspect foprk seals.

Pass 25 Jun 2010 5,983 miles

Front Upper Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Pass 29 Apr 2009 5,800 miles

fork gaitors fitted=unable to inspect fork seals

Pass 11 Apr 2008 5,977 miles

advise-fork gaitors fitted=unable to see front fork seals.

Pass 8 Dec 2006 5,948 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha XT?

Based on 9,195 MOT tests across 1,322 vehicles.

88.4%
Pass Rate
1,019
Miles/Year
45
Year Lifespan
1,322
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 40
reflector on motorcycle missing 31
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 25
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 22
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R608 CKG is a 1997 Yamaha XT in Green with a 598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Yamaha XT models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.9% with a typical mileage of 14,632 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha XT fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 40 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R608 CKG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha XT typically stays on UK roads for around 45 years. At 29 years old, this Yamaha XT is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R608 CKG registered?

R608 CKG is a 1997 Yamaha XT, first registered on 4 August 1997.

Is R608 CKG safe to buy?

The MOT history for R608 CKG shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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