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R860 TLN

1998 Yamaha XJ600

Black Petrol 598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Nov 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

50,789 mi
Last recorded50,789 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2025
Typical for 1998 Yamaha XJ60023,980 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR860 TLN
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ600
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2025 50,789 miles

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Pass 28 Oct 2024 50,254 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2023 50,145 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2022 49,805 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2022 49,805 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 21 Oct 2021 49,261 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2020 47,515 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2019 45,715 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2018 43,799 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2017 41,908 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2016 39,951 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2015 37,837 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2014 36,289 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2013 35,207 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2012 33,036 miles

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

Pass 29 Jun 2011 31,326 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2010 30,455 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2009 29,222 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2008 27,759 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 26 Jun 2007 26,038 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2006 24,424 miles
Fail 31 May 2006 24,424 miles

Front Gradient brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.D1c)

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Nearside Rear Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

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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R860 TLN is a 1998 Yamaha XJ600 in Black with a 598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 R860 TLN, 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.

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What year was R860 TLN registered?

R860 TLN is a 1998 Yamaha XJ600, first registered on 18 February 1998.

Is R860 TLN safe to buy?

The MOT history for R860 TLN shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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