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R84 NJM

1997 Yamaha XJ600S

Black Petrol 598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Apr 2025
Tests24 (17 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate70.8%

Mileage

47,173 mi
Last recorded47,173 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2024
Typical for 1997 Yamaha XJ600S25,746 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR84 NJM
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ600S
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc

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MOT History

17 pass 7 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2024 47,173 miles

Rear Lower Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 13 Apr 2024 47,173 miles

Rear Lower Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Suspension attachment bracket/mounting insecure (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.4 (a))

Fail 23 Mar 2024 47,169 miles

Lower Suspension component corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Mar 2023 46,223 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

reg plate damaged

Fail 8 Mar 2023 46,222 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.4 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

reg plate damaged

Pass 19 Jan 2022 45,310 miles

engine oil leak

one front mudguard bolt missing

Pass 3 Jun 2020 42,910 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2019 42,444 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 18 Apr 2018 41,089 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2017 383,077 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2016 38,165 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2015 36,464 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2013 36,346 miles

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

Rear Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 29 Jul 2013 36,346 miles

Rear Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 9 Jul 2012 36,148 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 7 Jul 2012 36,147 miles

Front Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 6 May 2011 35,298 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Fail 5 May 2011 35,298 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 4 May 2010 34,518 miles

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

Fail 29 May 2009 33,173 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 29 May 2009 33,173 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 22 May 2008 30,407 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 20 Jun 2007 27,631 miles

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

Pass 19 May 2006 24,102 miles

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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R84 NJM is a 1997 Yamaha XJ600S in Black with a 598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.8%.

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 R84 NJM, 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 R84 NJM registered?

R84 NJM is a 1997 Yamaha XJ600S, first registered on 26 September 1997.

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