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WU02 LWN

2002 Yamaha XJ600

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Apr 2027
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

28,784 mi
Last recorded28,784 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2026
Typical for 2002 Yamaha XJ60018,833 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU02 LWN
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ600
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2026 28,784 miles

slight oil leak from Rocker cover

Pass 1 Jun 2020 27,567 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

slight cracking between treads in front tyre

Pass 10 Sep 2018 25,902 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2018 25,902 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

steering headbearings minor notch

Pass 4 Aug 2017 24,424 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 7 Jul 2016 22,702 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Fail 31 May 2016 22,681 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

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

Pass 25 Oct 2014 22,379 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Fail 30 Aug 2014 22,044 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 6 Sep 2013 18,942 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2012 16,366 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2012 16,366 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

Pass 7 Sep 2011 14,466 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2010 13,737 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2009 12,119 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2008 10,181 miles
Pass 12 May 2007 7,588 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2006 5,883 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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WU02 LWN is a 2002 Yamaha XJ600 in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2002 Yamaha XJ600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.4% with a typical mileage of 18,833 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 WU02 LWN, 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 24 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 WU02 LWN registered?

WU02 LWN is a 2002 Yamaha XJ600, first registered on 15 March 2002.

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