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Y218 YRY

2001 Yamaha XT600

Blue Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2025
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

41,494 mi
Last recorded41,494 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2024
Typical for 2001 Yamaha XT60019,644 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY218 YRY
MakeYamaha
ModelXT600
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2024 41,494 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2023 41,224 miles

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

Fail 29 Apr 2023 41,224 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Jan 2022 40,881 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2022 40,881 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect kick-up to offside ; masked level (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 21 Nov 2020 40,690 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 11 Apr 2019 38,497 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2019 38,497 miles

Rear Brake caliper insecure (1.1.16 (c) (i))

Pass 8 Sep 2016 38,061 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2015 38,061 miles

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

Fail 12 Dec 2015 38,061 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Aug 2014 34,829 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 25 Jul 2013 30,574 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2012 134,250 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Jun 2011 3,690 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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

Pass 21 Oct 2008 1,912 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 9 Jul 2007 1,888 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2006 1,884 miles

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

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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Y218 YRY is a 2001 Yamaha XT600 in Blue with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2001 Yamaha XT600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.1% with a typical mileage of 19,644 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 Y218 YRY, 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 25 years old, this Yamaha XT600 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was Y218 YRY registered?

Y218 YRY is a 2001 Yamaha XT600, first registered on 6 July 2001.

Is Y218 YRY safe to buy?

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