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S96 FFE

1998 Yamaha XT600

Blue Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Sep 2026
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

13,214 mi
Last recorded13,214 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2025
Typical for 1998 Yamaha XT60024,163 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS96 FFE
MakeYamaha
ModelXT600
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2025 13,214 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2024 12,257 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2024 12,257 miles

Handlebar retaining device missing (2.2.1 (b) (i))

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 2 Sep 2023 10,732 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2022 10,241 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2021 9,955 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2019 9,798 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha XT600?

Based on 22,221 MOT tests across 2,420 vehicles.

85.3%
Pass Rate
586
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
2,420
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 150
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 141
reflector on motorcycle missing 129
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 122
suspension bush has excessive free play 111
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S96 FFE is a 1998 Yamaha XT600 in Blue with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1998 Yamaha XT600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.3% with a typical mileage of 24,163 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 XT600 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 150 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S96 FFE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha XT600 typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 28 years old, this Yamaha XT600 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was S96 FFE registered?

S96 FFE is a 1998 Yamaha XT600, first registered on 30 September 1998.

Is S96 FFE safe to buy?

The MOT history for S96 FFE shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does S96 FFE have outstanding finance?

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