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V226 JBH

1999 Yamaha XJ600

Red Petrol 598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Dec 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

38,895 mi
Last recorded38,895 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2025
Typical for 1999 Yamaha XJ60021,795 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV226 JBH
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ600
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2025 38,895 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2024 37,452 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2023 35,816 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2022 34,199 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2021 32,778 miles

Front TYRE CRACKING

Rear TYRE CRACKING

Fail 16 Dec 2021 32,778 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Front TYRE CRACKING

Rear TYRE CRACKING

Pass 18 Dec 2020 32,104 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 19 Dec 2019 31,336 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2018 31,228 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2017 30,880 miles

front brakes binding

rusty suspension components

Pass 24 Sep 2016 30,693 miles

chain lightly tight

noise rear brake

Pass 26 Sep 2015 30,515 miles

Front tyre worn

Pass 11 Oct 2014 303,333 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2013 29,903 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

dampness around manifold gaskets

squeal from rear brakes

Fail 20 Sep 2013 29,903 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

dampness around manifold gaskets

squeal from rear brakes

Pass 22 Sep 2012 28,221 miles

front discs deteriorated

Pass 4 Oct 2011 27,872 miles

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

Pass 27 Sep 2010 26,974 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2009 27,010 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2008 26,042 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2008 26,035 miles

Centre Rear Lower Rear mono-shock pivot excessively worn (2.4.B.4)

Pass 31 May 2007 25,424 miles
Pass 15 May 2006 24,679 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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V226 JBH is a 1999 Yamaha XJ600 in Red with a 598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 V226 JBH, 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 V226 JBH registered?

V226 JBH is a 1999 Yamaha XJ600, first registered on 15 September 1999.

Is V226 JBH safe to buy?

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