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R752 LJF

1997 Yamaha XJ600S

Red Petrol 598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2010
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

35,281 mi
Last recorded35,281 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2009
Typical for 1997 Yamaha XJ600S25,746 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR752 LJF
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ600S
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc
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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2009 35,281 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2009 35,281 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Fail 5 Aug 2009 35,192 miles

Front Brake disc(s) securing bolt(s) missing (3.2.A1g)

Rear Brake disc(s) securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1g)

Pass 31 Jul 2008 30,626 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2007 20,783 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 23 Jul 2007 20,783 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 12 Aug 2006 17,499 miles

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

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 11 Aug 2006 17,499 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

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

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

How Reliable is the Yamaha XJ600S?

Based on 956 MOT tests across 129 vehicles.

79.1%
Pass Rate
1,023
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
129
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 25
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 15
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 13
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 12
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 11
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R752 LJF is a 1997 Yamaha XJ600S in Red with a 598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1997 Yamaha XJ600S models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.7% with a typical mileage of 25,746 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 XJ600S fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 25 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R752 LJF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha XJ600S typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 29 years old, this Yamaha XJ600S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R752 LJF registered?

R752 LJF is a 1997 Yamaha XJ600S, first registered on 12 August 1997.

Is R752 LJF safe to buy?

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