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R799 UCC

1997 Yamaha XT600

Black Petrol 595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2021
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

30,621 mi
Last recorded30,621 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2020
Typical for 1997 Yamaha XT60026,305 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR799 UCC
MakeYamaha
ModelXT600
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine595cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2020 30,621 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2020 30,618 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 8 Aug 2015 27,358 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2014 27,349 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2014 27,349 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 31 Jan 2013 26,964 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Rear Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Fail 31 Jan 2013 26,964 miles

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket carrier worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Rear Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Pass 17 Feb 2012 19,344 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2011 15,970 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2011 15,970 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 26 Mar 2010 14,868 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2009 13,134 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2009 13,122 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 5 Jan 2008 11,713 miles

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

Pass 16 Dec 2006 10,687 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2006 8,924 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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R799 UCC is a 1997 Yamaha XT600 in Black with a 595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

Across all 1997 Yamaha XT600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.5% with a typical mileage of 26,305 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 R799 UCC, 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 29 years old, this Yamaha XT600 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R799 UCC registered?

R799 UCC is a 1997 Yamaha XT600, first registered on 15 October 1997.

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