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S505 XHL

1998 Yamaha Xj 600 S Diversion

Black Petrol 598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2010
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

39,104 mi
Last recorded39,104 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2009
Typical for 1998 Yamaha Xj 600 S Diversion26,654 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS505 XHL
MakeYamaha
ModelXj 600 S Diversion
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2009 39,104 miles
Fail 18 May 2009 39,000 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Brake disc(s) excessively scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 30 May 2008 36,020 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2007 35,286 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2006 32,206 miles

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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S505 XHL is a 1998 Yamaha Xj 600 S Diversion in Black with a 598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 S505 XHL, 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 S505 XHL registered?

S505 XHL is a 1998 Yamaha Xj 600 S Diversion, first registered on 9 December 1998.

Is S505 XHL safe to buy?

The MOT history for S505 XHL shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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