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Y249 XJE

2001 Yamaha YZF600

Blue Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Aug 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

38,483 mi
Last recorded38,483 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2025
Typical for 2001 Yamaha YZF60019,218 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY249 XJE
MakeYamaha
ModelYZF600
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2025 38,483 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 12 Oct 2024 38,447 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 8 Sep 2023 38,058 miles

Headlamp mask fitted at time of test

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 2 Sep 2023 38,058 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Headlamp mask fitted at time of test

Pass 26 Nov 2021 37,705 miles

Headlight mask fitted at time of test

Pass 20 Oct 2020 37,107 miles

Headlight mask fitted at time of test

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 17 Jun 2019 36,253 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Headlight mask fitted at time of test

Pass 18 Jun 2018 35,508 miles

Exhaust slightly noisy

Pass 1 Jul 2017 34,939 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 3 Sep 2016 34,251 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 11 Jul 2015 32,395 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

front brake binds when wheel turned backwards

Pass 11 Jul 2014 30,302 miles

front brake sticking when rotated backwards

rear spindle offside adjuster loose

Pass 15 Jul 2013 30,287 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 18 Sep 2011 29,868 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2010 29,056 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2009 27,457 miles

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

Pass 29 Sep 2008 26,274 miles

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

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 18 Aug 2006 24,193 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

How Reliable is the Yamaha YZF600?

Based on 66,153 MOT tests across 5,775 vehicles.

81.3%
Pass Rate
862
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
5,775
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,428
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 1,223
reflector on motorcycle missing 840
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 806
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 765
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Y249 XJE is a 2001 Yamaha YZF600 in Blue with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

Across all 2001 Yamaha YZF600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.1% with a typical mileage of 19,218 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha YZF600 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,428 recorded failures. If you're considering buying Y249 XJE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha YZF600 typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 25 years old, this Yamaha YZF600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was Y249 XJE registered?

Y249 XJE is a 2001 Yamaha YZF600, first registered on 1 August 2001.

Is Y249 XJE safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y249 XJE shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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