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V789 FGG

1999 Yamaha XJ600

Green Petrol 598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2015
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

48,686 mi
Last recorded48,686 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2014
Typical for 1999 Yamaha XJ60021,795 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV789 FGG
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ600
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Fail 15 Jul 2014 48,686 miles

Clutch lever incorrectly positioned. (6.2.1g)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

side stand loose

Pass 15 Jul 2014 48,686 miles

Clutch lever incorrectly positioned. (6.2.1g)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

side stand loose

Pass 16 May 2013 43,148 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 3 May 2012 37,512 miles
Pass 4 May 2011 31,888 miles
Fail 4 May 2011 31,886 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Fail 6 May 2010 28,687 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 6 May 2010 28,687 miles
Pass 7 May 2009 27,621 miles
Fail 7 May 2009 27,621 miles

Rear Brake lever excessively chafed (3.2.A1a)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 21 May 2008 26,911 miles
Pass 8 May 2007 26,531 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2007 26,530 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 7 Apr 2006 22,763 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2006 22,763 miles

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

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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V789 FGG is a 1999 Yamaha XJ600 in Green with a 598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 V789 FGG, 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 V789 FGG registered?

V789 FGG is a 1999 Yamaha XJ600, first registered on 6 September 1999.

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