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V998 DSL

1999 Yamaha XJ600

Black Petrol 598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2013
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

24,297 mi
Last recorded24,297 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2012
Typical for 1999 Yamaha XJ60021,795 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV998 DSL
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ600
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2012 24,297 miles

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

Rear Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Pass 14 Sep 2011 23,119 miles

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

Pass 1 Sep 2010 20,423 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2009 18,357 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2008 18,220 miles

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

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 6 Nov 2007 15,268 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2007 15,268 miles

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 29 Nov 2006 9,581 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2006 9,581 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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V998 DSL is a 1999 Yamaha XJ600 in Black with a 598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 V998 DSL, 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 V998 DSL registered?

V998 DSL is a 1999 Yamaha XJ600, first registered on 12 November 1999.

Is V998 DSL safe to buy?

The MOT history for V998 DSL shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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