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VU52 RTX

2002 Yamaha XT600

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 May 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

30,216 mi
Last recorded30,216 miles
Recorded on8 May 2026
Typical for 2002 Yamaha XT60013,954 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU52 RTX
MakeYamaha
ModelXT600
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 May 2026 30,216 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 25 Apr 2025 29,943 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2024 29,887 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2023 29,444 miles

Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 1 Aug 2018 29,143 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2017 29,029 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 19 Jul 2016 28,949 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2016 28,949 miles

Lower Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 4 Oct 2013 28,827 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 6 Oct 2012 28,011 miles

slight play in lower shock absorber bush

Pass 22 Sep 2011 26,848 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2011 26,825 miles

Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 25 Aug 2010 24,728 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2009 23,712 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2009 23,712 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)

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

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

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 4 Sep 2007 22,686 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha XT600?

Based on 22,221 MOT tests across 2,420 vehicles.

85.3%
Pass Rate
586
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
2,420
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 150
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 141
reflector on motorcycle missing 129
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 122
suspension bush has excessive free play 111
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VU52 RTX is a 2002 Yamaha XT600 in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 2002 Yamaha XT600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.1% with a typical mileage of 13,954 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 XT600 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 150 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VU52 RTX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha XT600 typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 24 years old, this Yamaha XT600 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was VU52 RTX registered?

VU52 RTX is a 2002 Yamaha XT600, first registered on 4 October 2002.

Is VU52 RTX safe to buy?

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