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V223 NJW

1999 Yamaha XJ600

Green Petrol 598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jun 2027
Tests26 (22 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

37,610 mi
Last recorded37,610 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2026
Typical for 1999 Yamaha XJ60021,795 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV223 NJW
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ600
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc

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MOT History

22 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2026 37,610 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2026 37,606 miles

Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Jun 2025 36,615 miles
Pass 25 May 2024 33,184 miles
Pass 31 May 2023 32,342 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2022 30,746 miles
Pass 26 May 2021 30,683 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2020 29,797 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2020 29,734 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2019 29,434 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2018 28,998 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2017 28,628 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2016 27,945 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2016 27,945 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 10 Mar 2015 27,501 miles

exhaust downpipes very poor condition

front brake pads low

rear tyre low tread

throttle requires attention

Pass 18 Mar 2014 27,088 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 13 Mar 2013 26,432 miles

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

Pass 13 Mar 2012 25,850 miles

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

Pass 7 Mar 2011 24,937 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2010 23,324 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2009 22,065 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2009 21,963 miles

Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Pass 14 Mar 2008 17,806 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2007 17,211 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2007 17,211 miles

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

Pass 24 Feb 2006 16,168 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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V223 NJW is a 1999 Yamaha XJ600 in Green with a 598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 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 V223 NJW, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was V223 NJW registered?

V223 NJW is a 1999 Yamaha XJ600, first registered on 1 December 1999.

Is V223 NJW safe to buy?

The MOT history for V223 NJW shows 26 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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