CarVerify

Free Car Check

W127 WCA

2000 Yamaha XJ600

Red Petrol 598cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Aug 2026
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

34,141 mi
Last recorded34,141 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2025
Typical for 2000 Yamaha XJ60021,122 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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

RegistrationW127 WCA
MakeYamaha
ModelXJ600
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc

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

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2025 34,141 miles

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

Fail 23 Aug 2025 34,141 miles

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

Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Jul 2024 31,694 miles

Offside Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 19 Jul 2023 30,390 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 23 Jul 2022 27,098 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2021 23,423 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2021 23,423 miles

Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Motorcycle structure joining/attachment plate or fastening insecure FOOTREST MOUNTING PLATE (6.1.1 (b) (i))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Nearside Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Footrest slightly loose (6.2.12 (a))

Pass 14 Apr 2020 21,219 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2020 21,208 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 20 May 2019 21,003 miles

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

Fail 20 May 2019 21,003 miles

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

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Aug 2017 18,773 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2017 18,773 miles

Front Brake pipe union leaking fluid (3.2.B4)

Pass 17 May 2012 18,700 miles

Front Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Pass 29 Mar 2011 18,529 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Oil leak

Pass 6 Apr 2010 15,649 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2010 15,649 miles

Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 13 Mar 2009 13,551 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2008 9,186 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2007 4,575 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2006 2,564 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
Full Yamaha XJ600 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

W127 WCA is a 2000 Yamaha XJ600 in Red with a 598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2000 Yamaha XJ600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.4% with a typical mileage of 21,122 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 W127 WCA, 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 26 years old, this Yamaha XJ600 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of W127 WCA?

You can check the full history of W127 WCA by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was W127 WCA registered?

W127 WCA is a 2000 Yamaha XJ600, first registered on 1 March 2000.

Is W127 WCA safe to buy?

The MOT history for W127 WCA shows 21 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does W127 WCA 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 W127 WCA. 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.