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SA02 JVL

2002 Yamaha XJ600

Green Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

45,908 mi
Last recorded45,908 miles
Recorded on15 May 2025
Typical for 2002 Yamaha XJ60018,833 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSA02 JVL
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ600
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 May 2025 45,908 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2023 41,755 miles

Central Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 22 Dec 2021 40,964 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2021 40,963 miles

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 2 Sep 2020 40,907 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2018 40,290 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2017 39,285 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2015 38,060 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2014 37,911 miles
Pass 17 May 2013 37,610 miles
Pass 31 May 2012 36,454 miles
Fail 31 May 2012 36,454 miles

Centre Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 17 Jun 2011 34,644 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2011 34,644 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Pass 17 Jun 2010 32,848 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2009 31,973 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2008 27,785 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2007 23,819 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2006 18,473 miles

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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SA02 JVL is a 2002 Yamaha XJ600 in Green with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 2002 Yamaha XJ600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.4% with a typical mileage of 18,833 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 SA02 JVL, 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 24 years old, this Yamaha XJ600 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was SA02 JVL registered?

SA02 JVL is a 2002 Yamaha XJ600, first registered on 16 April 2002.

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