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Y679 WCE

2001 Yamaha XJ600

Red Petrol 598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2018
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

22,962 mi
Last recorded22,962 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2017
Typical for 2001 Yamaha XJ60019,582 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY679 WCE
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ600
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Jul 2017 22,962 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect rear damping very soft but no sign of leaking (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 27 Jul 2016 21,371 miles

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

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 22 Apr 2015 18,667 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 22 Apr 2014 11,177 miles
Fail 2 May 2013 4,192 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 2 May 2013 4,192 miles
Pass 9 May 2012 2,091 miles
Pass 4 May 2006 2,046 miles

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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Y679 WCE is a 2001 Yamaha XJ600 in Red with a 598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 Y679 WCE, 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 Y679 WCE registered?

Y679 WCE is a 2001 Yamaha XJ600, first registered on 23 May 2001.

Is Y679 WCE safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y679 WCE shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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