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V544 ETC

1999 Yamaha XJ600

Red Petrol 598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Sep 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

35,372 mi
Last recorded35,372 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2026
Typical for 1999 Yamaha XJ60021,795 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV544 ETC
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ600
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2026 35,372 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 23 Aug 2025 35,130 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2024 35,079 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2023 35,072 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 11 Sep 2023 35,072 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Mar 2019 34,912 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2018 31,849 miles

Front slight play in front wheel

Front slight weeping around front fork seal

Pass 11 Mar 2017 28,627 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2016 24,883 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2015 22,604 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2013 20,356 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2012 19,907 miles

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

Fail 17 Feb 2012 19,907 miles

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle incorrectly positioned (1.4.2d)

Pass 15 Feb 2011 19,226 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2010 18,697 miles

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

no neutral light

Pass 16 Feb 2009 18,062 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2008 17,606 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2007 17,312 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2006 16,181 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2006 16,181 miles

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

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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V544 ETC is a 1999 Yamaha XJ600 in Red with a 598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 V544 ETC, 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

How do I check the history of V544 ETC?

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What year was V544 ETC registered?

V544 ETC is a 1999 Yamaha XJ600, first registered on 1 September 1999.

Is V544 ETC safe to buy?

The MOT history for V544 ETC shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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