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R384 AKR

1998 Yamaha XJ600

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 May 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

62,668 mi
Last recorded62,668 miles
Recorded on20 May 2025
Typical for 1998 Yamaha XJ60023,980 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR384 AKR
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ600
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc
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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 May 2025 62,668 miles

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 24 May 2024 62,145 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 24 May 2024 62,145 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jun 2022 60,267 miles

Drive chain has split link fitted

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both front brake discs worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Fail 9 Jun 2022 60,266 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak RH Front fork seal leaking (5.3.2 (b))

Drive chain has split link fitted

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both front brake discs worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 12 Jun 2021 58,990 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2017 58,286 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2015 57,186 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2014 52,837 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2013 47,252 miles

Both tyres showing age age related wear

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Pass 21 Jul 2012 68,094 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 30 Jul 2011 61,180 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2010 57,149 miles
Pass 24 May 2009 52,350 miles
Fail 24 May 2009 52,350 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 24 May 2008 42,132 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 24 May 2008 42,132 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 15 Jun 2007 34,422 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha XJ600?

Based on 74,677 MOT tests across 7,907 vehicles.

80.6%
Pass Rate
835
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
7,907
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,271
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 1,192
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 1,135
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 965
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 590
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R384 AKR is a 1998 Yamaha XJ600 in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1998 Yamaha XJ600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.5% with a typical mileage of 23,980 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 XJ600 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,271 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R384 AKR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha XJ600 typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 28 years old, this Yamaha XJ600 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R384 AKR registered?

R384 AKR is a 1998 Yamaha XJ600, first registered on 31 December 1998.

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