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R761 VAM

1998 Yamaha Xj 600 S Diversion

Blue Petrol 598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Apr 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

19,019 mi
Last recorded19,019 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2008
Typical for 1998 Yamaha Xj 600 S Diversion26,654 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR761 VAM
MakeYamaha
ModelXj 600 S Diversion
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc
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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2008 19,019 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2007 16,036 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2006 15,909 miles

Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Fail 5 Apr 2006 15,909 miles

Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

How Reliable is the Yamaha Xj 600 S Diversion?

Based on 1,261 MOT tests across 231 vehicles.

82.2%
Pass Rate
935
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
231
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 19
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 16
Floor brake test indicates a binding brake 15
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 13
wheel bearings have excessive free play 13
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R761 VAM is a 1998 Yamaha Xj 600 S Diversion in Blue with a 598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1998 Yamaha Xj 600 S Diversion models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.2% with a typical mileage of 26,654 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 Xj 600 S Diversion fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 19 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R761 VAM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Xj 600 S Diversion typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 28 years old, this Yamaha Xj 600 S Diversion is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R761 VAM registered?

R761 VAM is a 1998 Yamaha Xj 600 S Diversion, first registered on 26 February 1998.

Is R761 VAM safe to buy?

The MOT history for R761 VAM shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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