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V238 LHG

1999 Yamaha XJ600

Black Petrol 598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2018
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

68,517 mi
Last recorded68,517 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2017
Typical for 1999 Yamaha XJ60021,795 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV238 LHG
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ600
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2017 68,517 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 1 Jun 2016 64,209 miles

Nearside Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 4 Jul 2015 62,867 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2015 62,867 miles

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

Pass 19 Jun 2014 60,021 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2013 56,648 miles

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

Fail 1 Jun 2013 56,648 miles

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

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Pass 10 Mar 2011 30,177 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2010 29,166 miles

recomend chain adjustment

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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V238 LHG is a 1999 Yamaha XJ600 in Black with a 598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 V238 LHG, 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 V238 LHG registered?

V238 LHG is a 1999 Yamaha XJ600, first registered on 8 September 1999.

Is V238 LHG safe to buy?

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