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SK62 VKC

2012 Yamaha Xj

Blue Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Mar 2027
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

29,868 mi
Last recorded29,868 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 Yamaha Xj13,642 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSK62 VKC
MakeYamaha
ModelXj
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2026 29,868 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2025 28,722 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2024 25,391 miles

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

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 5 Mar 2024 25,391 miles

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

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 8 Feb 2023 20,588 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2023 20,588 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 21 Jan 2022 17,652 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2020 14,084 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2019 13,528 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2019 13,528 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 10 Oct 2018 10,690 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2018 10,690 miles

Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.4 (a))

Pass 28 Jun 2017 8,604 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2017 8,604 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

How Reliable is the Yamaha Xj?

Based on 8,530 MOT tests across 1,095 vehicles.

85.4%
Pass Rate
965
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
1,095
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 85
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 64
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 48
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 31
reflector on motorcycle missing 28
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SK62 VKC is a 2012 Yamaha Xj in Blue with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

Across all 2012 Yamaha Xj models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.7% with a typical mileage of 13,642 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 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 85 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SK62 VKC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Xj typically stays on UK roads for around 44 years. At 14 years old, this Yamaha Xj is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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SK62 VKC is a 2012 Yamaha Xj, first registered on 1 November 2012.

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