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P290 WTL

1997 Yamaha Xj 600 N

Black Petrol 598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 May 2026
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

38,000 mi
Last recorded38,000 miles
Recorded on9 May 2025
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Xj 600 N25,407 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP290 WTL
MakeYamaha
ModelXj 600 N
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc
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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 May 2025 38,000 miles
Pass 31 May 2024 36,597 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 23 May 2023 31,418 miles
Fail 23 May 2023 31,418 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 25 May 2022 29,034 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases slight blow on exhaust (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 11 May 2022 29,027 miles

Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced high beam dim (4.1.4 (a))

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases slight blow on exhaust (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 26 May 2020 27,963 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2019 27,793 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

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

rear brake pedal soft

Pass 30 Jun 2017 27,177 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 20 May 2015 24,353 miles

Oil leak

Fail 25 Mar 2015 24,345 miles

Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

wiring round head stalk loose

Pass 28 Mar 2014 24,196 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2013 24,108 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2013 24,108 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Fail 16 Apr 2012 23,930 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 16 Apr 2012 23,930 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2010 23,811 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2009 23,744 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2008 23,655 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2007 23,515 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2006 23,270 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha Xj 600 N?

Based on 1,310 MOT tests across 238 vehicles.

80.4%
Pass Rate
956
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
238
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 33
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 26
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 20
reflector on motorcycle missing 15
Drive chain excessively loose 10
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P290 WTL is a 1997 Yamaha Xj 600 N in Black with a 598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

Across all 1997 Yamaha Xj 600 N models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.7% with a typical mileage of 25,407 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 Xj 600 N fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 33 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P290 WTL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Xj 600 N typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 29 years old, this Yamaha Xj 600 N is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P290 WTL registered?

P290 WTL is a 1997 Yamaha Xj 600 N, first registered on 6 May 1997.

Is P290 WTL safe to buy?

The MOT history for P290 WTL shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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