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V975 MKE

1999 Yamaha XJ600

Blue Petrol 598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Feb 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

29,464 mi
Last recorded29,464 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2026
Typical for 1999 Yamaha XJ60021,795 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV975 MKE
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ600
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2026 29,464 miles

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

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

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

Pass 18 Feb 2025 29,191 miles

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

Pass 17 May 2018 28,941 miles

oil leak from pipe union after oil cooler could potentially throw oil contents under motorcycle under pressure

Pass 16 May 2017 28,239 miles
Pass 17 May 2016 26,929 miles
Pass 13 May 2015 26,240 miles
Pass 19 May 2014 25,612 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 25,118 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2012 24,666 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2010 23,515 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2009 23,089 miles

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 10 Jun 2009 23,089 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 5 Jun 2007 22,277 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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V975 MKE is a 1999 Yamaha XJ600 in Blue with a 598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 V975 MKE, 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 V975 MKE registered?

V975 MKE is a 1999 Yamaha XJ600, first registered on 4 September 1999.

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