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Y286 JOW

2001 Yamaha XJ600

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2021
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

53,983 mi
Last recorded53,983 miles
Recorded on29 May 2020
Typical for 2001 Yamaha XJ60019,582 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY286 JOW
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ600
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 29 May 2020 53,983 miles
Fail 26 May 2020 53,959 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive tight spot in chain (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Pass 1 Jul 2013 52,883 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2013 52,883 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 18 May 2012 52,378 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2011 46,590 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2010 45,079 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Pass 25 Jan 2010 45,079 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2009 43,941 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2008 43,895 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2008 41,106 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2008 41,106 miles

Rear wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.4.A.2c)

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 1 Mar 2007 36,354 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2007 36,354 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Feb 2006 31,554 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2006 31,554 miles

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

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

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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Y286 JOW is a 2001 Yamaha XJ600 in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 Y286 JOW, 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 Y286 JOW registered?

Y286 JOW is a 2001 Yamaha XJ600, first registered on 2 July 2001.

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