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J626 ATO

1991 Yamaha XJ600S

Red Petrol 598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Sep 2020
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

28,314 mi
Last recorded28,314 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2019
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ626 ATO
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ600S
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc
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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2019 28,314 miles

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced swing arm (6.1.1 (c) (i))

slight oil leak

Pass 3 May 2007 27,734 miles
Fail 1 May 2007 27,731 miles

Front Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

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

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Front brake sticking on slightly.

Fail 18 Mar 2006 27,719 miles

Nearside Front Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear All position lamps do not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

How Reliable is the Yamaha XJ600S?

Based on 956 MOT tests across 129 vehicles.

79.1%
Pass Rate
1,023
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
129
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 25
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 15
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 13
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 12
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 11
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J626 ATO is a 1991 Yamaha XJ600S in Red with a 598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

The most common reason a Yamaha XJ600S fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 25 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J626 ATO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha XJ600S typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 35 years old, this Yamaha XJ600S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J626 ATO registered?

J626 ATO is a 1991 Yamaha XJ600S, first registered on 4 November 1991.

Is J626 ATO safe to buy?

The MOT history for J626 ATO shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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