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V526 LGK

1999 Yamaha XJ600

Red Petrol 598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2016
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

3,280 mi
Last recorded3,280 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2015
Typical for 1999 Yamaha XJ60021,795 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV526 LGK
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ600
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2015 3,280 miles

wheel tyre perished

Fail 8 Aug 2015 3,263 miles

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

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

wheel tyre perished

Pass 25 Feb 2014 3,160 miles

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

rear tyre slightly perished

Pass 16 Oct 2012 3,030 miles

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

Fail 16 Oct 2012 3,030 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Mar 2011 895 miles

Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

Pass 6 Mar 2010 99,211 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2009 91,115 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 14 Feb 2009 91,115 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2008 85,884 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2008 85,884 miles

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

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

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

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

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 5 Apr 2006 73,898 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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V526 LGK is a 1999 Yamaha XJ600 in Red with a 598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 V526 LGK, 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 V526 LGK registered?

V526 LGK is a 1999 Yamaha XJ600, first registered on 25 November 1999.

Is V526 LGK safe to buy?

The MOT history for V526 LGK shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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