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X163 OEG

2001 Yamaha XJ600

Black Petrol 598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 May 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

16,102 mi
Last recorded16,102 miles
Recorded on5 May 2026
Typical for 2001 Yamaha XJ60019,582 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX163 OEG
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ600
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 May 2026 16,102 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front wheel has a slight rumble when rotated! possible speedo drive

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly loose Sprocket hub bearing has free play (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 5 May 2026 16,102 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front wheel has a slight rumble when rotated! possible speedo drive

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly loose Sprocket hub bearing has free play (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 9 May 2025 15,472 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2023 15,467 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2023 15,467 miles

Central Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 23 Dec 2020 15,246 miles

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

Pass 2 Jul 2019 11,541 miles

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 10 Jul 2018 8,985 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2017 8,916 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2016 8,633 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2015 8,147 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2011 7,592 miles

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

Fail 25 Jun 2011 7,592 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 17 Jun 2010 6,308 miles

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

Pass 14 May 2008 5,724 miles
Pass 11 May 2007 3,670 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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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X163 OEG is a 2001 Yamaha XJ600 in Black with a 598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 2001 Yamaha XJ600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.3% with a typical mileage of 19,582 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 X163 OEG, 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 25 years old, this Yamaha XJ600 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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X163 OEG is a 2001 Yamaha XJ600, first registered on 18 January 2001.

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