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R85 TCY

1998 Yamaha XJ600

Blue Petrol 598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jan 2017
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

35,307 mi
Last recorded35,307 miles
Recorded on11 Jan 2016
Typical for 1998 Yamaha XJ60023,980 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR85 TCY
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ600
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Jan 2016 35,307 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2014 35,056 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2013 35,039 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2013 35,039 miles

Brake lever pivots excessively worn (3.1.3a)

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Unable to check front wheel rim due to siezed brake

Pass 9 Feb 2012 33,504 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Front position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Rear position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Pass 9 Feb 2011 30,409 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2010 28,660 miles

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

Fail 10 Feb 2010 28,660 miles

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b) DANGEROUS

Front Lower Brake component leaking fluid (3.2.B4)

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

Nearside Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

Pass 11 Feb 2009 28,201 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2009 28,201 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Jul 2007 27,057 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2006 25,245 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Brake hose slightly kinked (3.2.B3a)

How Reliable is the Yamaha XJ600?

Based on 74,677 MOT tests across 7,907 vehicles.

80.6%
Pass Rate
835
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
7,907
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,271
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 1,192
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 1,135
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 965
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 590
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R85 TCY is a 1998 Yamaha XJ600 in Blue with a 598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1998 Yamaha XJ600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.5% with a typical mileage of 23,980 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 XJ600 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,271 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R85 TCY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha XJ600 typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 28 years old, this Yamaha XJ600 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R85 TCY registered?

R85 TCY is a 1998 Yamaha XJ600, first registered on 29 April 1998.

Is R85 TCY safe to buy?

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