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C283 SRB

1998 Yamaha XT600

White Petrol 595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Feb 2021
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

55,463 mi
Last recorded55,463 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2020
Typical for 1998 Yamaha XT60024,163 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC283 SRB
MakeYamaha
ModelXT600
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine595cc
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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2020 55,463 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 14 Feb 2020 55,463 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Sep 2015 55,045 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2015 55,045 miles

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

Pass 28 May 2011 54,832 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 27 Feb 2010 54,813 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2009 54,651 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2008 53,809 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2008 53,677 miles

Lower Rear mono-shock pivot excessively worn (2.4.B.4)

Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

How Reliable is the Yamaha XT600?

Based on 22,221 MOT tests across 2,420 vehicles.

85.3%
Pass Rate
586
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
2,420
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 150
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 141
reflector on motorcycle missing 129
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 122
suspension bush has excessive free play 111
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C283 SRB is a 1998 Yamaha XT600 in White with a 595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1998 Yamaha XT600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.3% with a typical mileage of 24,163 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 XT600 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 150 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C283 SRB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha XT600 typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 28 years old, this Yamaha XT600 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was C283 SRB registered?

C283 SRB is a 1998 Yamaha XT600, first registered on 17 March 1998.

Is C283 SRB safe to buy?

The MOT history for C283 SRB shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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