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WJ52 XTE

2003 Yamaha XT600

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Nov 2026
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

17,898 mi
Last recorded17,898 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 Yamaha XT60012,600 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJ52 XTE
MakeYamaha
ModelXT600
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2025 17,898 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2024 17,873 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2023 17,844 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2023 17,844 miles

Fuel cap ineffective seal missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Oct 2022 17,809 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2022 17,809 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 1 Nov 2021 17,236 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2021 17,236 miles

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

Pass 9 Nov 2020 17,035 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2020 17,035 miles

Nearside Rear Drive chain excessively tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Pass 10 Jun 2019 11,242 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

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

rear shock is slightly lacking damping

Pass 9 Apr 2015 11,203 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

rear tyre sidewall slightly perished

Pass 14 Apr 2014 11,124 miles

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

front brake lever has long travel but works on brake tester

rear tyre slightly perished

Pass 1 Sep 2012 10,046 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2011 8,090 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2010 5,888 miles
Pass 12 May 2006 5,224 miles

Front Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

chain dry and rusty

slight bind on front brake

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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WJ52 XTE is a 2003 Yamaha XT600 in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 2003 Yamaha XT600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.5% with a typical mileage of 12,600 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 WJ52 XTE, 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 23 years old, this Yamaha XT600 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was WJ52 XTE registered?

WJ52 XTE is a 2003 Yamaha XT600, first registered on 16 January 2003.

Is WJ52 XTE safe to buy?

The MOT history for WJ52 XTE shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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