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S588 GFM

1999 Yamaha XJ600

Green Petrol 598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jul 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

29,393 mi
Last recorded29,393 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2025
Typical for 1999 Yamaha XJ60021,795 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS588 GFM
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ600
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2025 29,393 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2024 28,232 miles
Pass 23 May 2023 27,939 miles
Pass 12 May 2022 27,814 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2021 27,204 miles
Fail 21 May 2021 27,204 miles

Central Front Lower Tyre has ply or cord exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 May 2020 27,053 miles
Pass 16 May 2019 26,824 miles
Pass 17 May 2018 26,406 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Pass 4 May 2017 25,828 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Fail 4 May 2017 25,828 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Pass 18 May 2016 25,258 miles
Pass 15 May 2015 24,514 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2010 23,625 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2009 22,523 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2008 17,872 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2006 15,751 miles

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

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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S588 GFM is a 1999 Yamaha XJ600 in Green with a 598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 1999 Yamaha XJ600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.5% with a typical mileage of 21,795 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 S588 GFM, 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 27 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 S588 GFM registered?

S588 GFM is a 1999 Yamaha XJ600, first registered on 1 February 1999.

Is S588 GFM safe to buy?

The MOT history for S588 GFM shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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