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Y241 AEX

2001 Yamaha XJ600

Green Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

10,088 mi
Last recorded10,088 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2025
Typical for 2001 Yamaha XJ60019,582 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY241 AEX
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ600
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2025 10,088 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2024 9,752 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2017 9,735 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 20 Jun 2016 9,545 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied front brake (3.1.3c)

Pass 20 Jun 2015 9,203 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 28 Jun 2014 9,132 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 9 Apr 2013 8,965 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 7 Jul 2011 8,574 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 19 Mar 2010 8,058 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 19 Mar 2010 8,058 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 6 May 2008 7,361 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Fail 5 May 2007 6,061 miles

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.6)

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

Offside Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

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

front brake pads slightly binding .

Pass 5 May 2007 6,061 miles

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

Offside Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

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

front brake pads slightly binding .

Pass 9 May 2006 5,993 miles

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

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

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

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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Y241 AEX is a 2001 Yamaha XJ600 in Green with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 Y241 AEX, 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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What year was Y241 AEX registered?

Y241 AEX is a 2001 Yamaha XJ600, first registered on 17 April 2001.

Is Y241 AEX safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y241 AEX shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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