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Y314 OVN

2001 Yamaha XJ600

Red Petrol 598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2020
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

23,166 mi
Last recorded23,166 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2019
Typical for 2001 Yamaha XJ60019,582 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY314 OVN
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ600
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2019 23,166 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2019 23,166 miles

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

Pass 27 Sep 2018 21,584 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 4 Sep 2018 21,412 miles

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

Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Front Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

vehicle emits blue smoke on tick over/ slight roughness at rear wheel advice to lubricate chain for further inspection of rear wheel

Pass 30 Sep 2017 20,710 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2011 20,267 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2011 20,267 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)

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

Pass 8 Sep 2010 15,707 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

Fail 6 Sep 2010 15,707 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 Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

front brake slightly binding

front position lamps not working

Pass 22 Jul 2009 8,879 miles

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

Pass 23 Jul 2008 8,446 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2007 8,048 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2006 7,220 miles

Front 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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Y314 OVN is a 2001 Yamaha XJ600 in Red with a 598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 Y314 OVN, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was Y314 OVN registered?

Y314 OVN is a 2001 Yamaha XJ600, first registered on 26 March 2001.

Is Y314 OVN safe to buy?

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