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V174 KPU

1999 Yamaha XJ600

Black Petrol 598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jan 2017
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

35,497 mi
Last recorded35,497 miles
Recorded on2 Jan 2016
Typical for 1999 Yamaha XJ60021,795 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV174 KPU
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ600
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Jan 2016 35,497 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2015 35,465 miles

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

Pass 19 Nov 2014 35,117 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2013 33,678 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Rear Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Pass 29 Nov 2012 32,739 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2011 31,443 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 30 Nov 2010 30,572 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2009 28,976 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2008 28,262 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2008 28,262 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1b)

centre stand bracket loose (stopper)

Pass 1 Mar 2008 27,779 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2006 27,148 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2006 27,148 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

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

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

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c) DANGEROUS

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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V174 KPU is a 1999 Yamaha XJ600 in Black with a 598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 V174 KPU, 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.

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What year was V174 KPU registered?

V174 KPU is a 1999 Yamaha XJ600, first registered on 15 September 1999.

Is V174 KPU safe to buy?

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