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R397 FGY

1998 Yamaha XT

Black Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2014
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

29,385 mi
Last recorded29,385 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2013
Typical for 1998 Yamaha XT21,989 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR397 FGY
MakeYamaha
ModelXT
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2013 29,385 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

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

Fail 31 Oct 2013 29,385 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Front Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Pass 7 Aug 2012 28,411 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2010 26,644 miles
Pass 1 May 2009 26,084 miles

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 30 Apr 2009 26,084 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 26 Apr 2008 24,465 miles

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

Pass 7 Mar 2007 23,341 miles

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

Pass 28 Feb 2006 21,617 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha XT?

Based on 9,195 MOT tests across 1,322 vehicles.

88.4%
Pass Rate
1,019
Miles/Year
45
Year Lifespan
1,322
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 40
reflector on motorcycle missing 31
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 25
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 22
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R397 FGY is a 1998 Yamaha XT in Black with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1998 Yamaha XT models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.8% with a typical mileage of 21,989 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 XT fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 40 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R397 FGY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha XT typically stays on UK roads for around 45 years. At 28 years old, this Yamaha XT is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R397 FGY registered?

R397 FGY is a 1998 Yamaha XT, first registered on 17 May 1998.

Is R397 FGY safe to buy?

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