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W879 PLJ

2000 Yamaha XJ600

Blue Petrol 598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jan 2023
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

28,400 mi
Last recorded28,400 miles
Recorded on11 Jan 2022
Typical for 2000 Yamaha XJ60021,122 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW879 PLJ
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ600
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Jan 2022 28,400 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension rod pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Jul 2021 28,041 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2021 28,041 miles

Horn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling rear insecure (2.4 (a))

Rear Drive chain sprocket so loose it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Wheel bearing play so excessive that directional control is impaired (5.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

all tyre pressures low /have adjusted

Pass 1 Jul 2020 27,669 miles

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Fail 25 Jun 2020 27,664 miles

Headlamp aim too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 17 Sep 2018 26,315 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2018 26,310 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake lever has abnormal movement of levers indicating excessive wear or maladjustment (1.1.15 (f))

Central Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake master cylinder leaking (1.1.10 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 Jun 2008 26,013 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2005 25,530 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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W879 PLJ is a 2000 Yamaha XJ600 in Blue with a 598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 W879 PLJ, 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.

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What year was W879 PLJ registered?

W879 PLJ is a 2000 Yamaha XJ600, first registered on 5 May 2000.

Is W879 PLJ safe to buy?

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