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R757 GYG

1998 Yamaha Xj 600 N

Black Petrol 598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 May 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

23,408 mi
Last recorded23,408 miles
Recorded on15 May 2026
Typical for 1998 Yamaha Xj 600 N24,238 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR757 GYG
MakeYamaha
ModelXj 600 N
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc
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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 May 2026 23,408 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2025 23,405 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2025 23,405 miles

Rear Brake master cylinder defective but brake still operating (1.1.10 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Jan 2023 22,569 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2022 19,357 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2022 19,357 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Jul 2020 16,185 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2018 16,173 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2017 16,160 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2017 16,160 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 2 Jun 2016 15,292 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2015 13,015 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2014 12,249 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2013 11,471 miles
Pass 23 May 2012 10,959 miles
Pass 20 May 2011 10,605 miles
Fail 20 May 2011 10,605 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 22 May 2010 9,734 miles
Pass 1 May 2009 8,504 miles

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

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Pass 10 Apr 2008 7,113 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2006 5,780 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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R757 GYG is a 1998 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 81%.

Across all 1998 Yamaha Xj 600 N models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.8% with a typical mileage of 24,238 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 R757 GYG, 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 28 years old, this Yamaha Xj 600 N is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R757 GYG registered?

R757 GYG is a 1998 Yamaha Xj 600 N, first registered on 26 March 1998.

Is R757 GYG safe to buy?

The MOT history for R757 GYG shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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