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S704 RLB

1998 Yamaha Xj 600 S Diversion

Red Petrol 598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Feb 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

18,496 mi
Last recorded18,496 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2007
Typical for 1998 Yamaha Xj 600 S Diversion26,654 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS704 RLB
MakeYamaha
ModelXj 600 S Diversion
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc
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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2007 18,496 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2007 18,496 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 21 Feb 2006 11,730 miles

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

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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S704 RLB is a 1998 Yamaha Xj 600 S Diversion in Red with a 598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 S704 RLB, 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 S704 RLB registered?

S704 RLB is a 1998 Yamaha Xj 600 S Diversion, first registered on 25 August 1998.

Is S704 RLB safe to buy?

The MOT history for S704 RLB shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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