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V523 DDK

1999 Yamaha XJ600

Green Petrol 598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jun 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

27,679 mi
Last recorded27,679 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2026
Typical for 1999 Yamaha XJ60021,795 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV523 DDK
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ600
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2026 27,679 miles
Pass 29 May 2025 26,168 miles
Pass 25 May 2024 24,760 miles
Pass 27 May 2023 23,717 miles
Pass 31 May 2022 22,277 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2021 20,468 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2019 20,391 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2018 20,200 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2017 20,057 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2017 20,057 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 4 Jul 2016 19,785 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2015 19,608 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2015 19,806 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Pass 6 Jul 2013 18,156 miles

Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 29 Jun 2013 18,068 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake lever insecure (3.1.2a)

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 5 Jul 2012 16,325 miles

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

Fail 29 Apr 2011 15,682 miles

Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a)

Pass 29 Apr 2011 15,682 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2010 15,080 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2009 14,859 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2008 14,661 miles

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

Pass 3 Jan 2007 14,506 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2006 13,705 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

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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V523 DDK is a 1999 Yamaha XJ600 in Green with a 598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 V523 DDK, 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 V523 DDK registered?

V523 DDK is a 1999 Yamaha XJ600, first registered on 1 October 1999.

Is V523 DDK safe to buy?

The MOT history for V523 DDK shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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