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W55 GEC

2000 Yamaha XJ600

Blue Petrol 598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Mar 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

28,910 mi
Last recorded28,910 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2026
Typical for 2000 Yamaha XJ60021,122 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW55 GEC
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ600
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2026 28,910 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 24 Mar 2026 28,910 miles

Position lamp showing white light to the rear (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light incorrect colour (4.3.3 (a) (ii))

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 25 Feb 2025 27,665 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2025 27,665 miles

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Jul 2023 25,953 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2023 25,953 miles

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 May 2022 20,565 miles
Pass 26 May 2021 17,203 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2020 14,648 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2019 14,312 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2018 14,215 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2017 13,959 miles

Front Fork dust seals rusty

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 5 Feb 2016 13,827 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2015 13,579 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 13 Feb 2014 13,513 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2013 13,294 miles

Nearside Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 27 Jan 2012 13,067 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 17 Feb 2011 12,460 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2010 12,069 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2009 10,837 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2008 8,829 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2007 7,036 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2006 6,934 miles

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(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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W55 GEC is a 2000 Yamaha XJ600 in Blue with a 598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

Across all 2000 Yamaha XJ600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.4% with a typical mileage of 21,122 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 W55 GEC, 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 26 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 W55 GEC registered?

W55 GEC is a 2000 Yamaha XJ600, first registered on 25 September 2000.

Is W55 GEC safe to buy?

The MOT history for W55 GEC shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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