CarVerify

Free Car Check

P663 OBU

1997 Yamaha Xj 600 S Diversion

Green Petrol 598cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2010
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

20,704 mi
Last recorded20,704 miles
Recorded on7 May 2009
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Xj 600 S Diversion25,067 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Yamaha
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationP663 OBU
MakeYamaha
ModelXj 600 S Diversion
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc
View full Yamaha Xj 600 S Diversion reliability data

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 May 2009 20,704 miles
Pass 16 May 2008 19,346 miles
Fail 1 May 2008 19,346 miles

Centre Front Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Centre Rear Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Nearside Front Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Offside Front Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 15 May 2007 17,376 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2007 17,412 miles

Front Brake hose fouling (3.2.B3b)

Rear Brake hose is likely to be fouled or trapped by moving parts (3.2.B2c)

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

Pass 8 Apr 2006 15,268 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha Xj 600 S Diversion?

Based on 1,261 MOT tests across 231 vehicles.

82.2%
Pass Rate
935
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
231
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 19
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 16
Floor brake test indicates a binding brake 15
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 13
wheel bearings have excessive free play 13
Full Yamaha Xj 600 S Diversion reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

P663 OBU is a 1997 Yamaha Xj 600 S Diversion in Green with a 598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1997 Yamaha Xj 600 S Diversion models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.2% with a typical mileage of 25,067 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 S Diversion fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 19 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P663 OBU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of P663 OBU?

You can check the full history of P663 OBU by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was P663 OBU registered?

P663 OBU is a 1997 Yamaha Xj 600 S Diversion, first registered on 5 July 1997.

Is P663 OBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for P663 OBU shows 6 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.

Does P663 OBU have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on P663 OBU. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.