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N172 VPM

1996 Yamaha XJ600S

Red Petrol 598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2009
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

56,314 mi
Last recorded56,314 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2008
Typical for 1996 Yamaha XJ600S27,489 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN172 VPM
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ600S
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc
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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 3 Jul 2008 56,314 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2007 54,492 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Lower Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 24 Jun 2006 50,907 miles

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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N172 VPM is a 1996 Yamaha XJ600S in Red with a 598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1996 Yamaha XJ600S models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.4% with a typical mileage of 27,489 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 N172 VPM, 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 30 years old, this Yamaha XJ600S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was N172 VPM registered?

N172 VPM is a 1996 Yamaha XJ600S, first registered on 18 June 1996.

Is N172 VPM safe to buy?

The MOT history for N172 VPM shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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