Yamaha XJ600

Red · Petrol · 1996 · 598 cc

P970 VCDMOT history

P970 VCD is a red petrol Yamaha XJ600 first used on 6 Nov 1996. Its MOT is valid until 25 Mar 2027 and it has passed 19 of 28 MOT tests, with 76,323 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 25 Mar 2027
Mileage
76,323 mi
At MOT on 26 Mar 2026
MOT tests
28
19 passed · 9 failed
Per year
626 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P970 VCD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Yamaha
Model
XJ600
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
598 cc
Year of manufacture
1996
First used
6 Nov 1996
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
26 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

P970 VCD was last recorded at 76,323 miles on 26 Mar 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Aug 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
76,323 miles · 1 Aug 2024
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
626 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 76,323 miles
  • 2024 – 76,323 miles
  • 2023 – 75,602 miles
  • 2022 – 75,128 miles
  • 2019 – 75,101 miles
  • 2018 – 75,092 miles
  • 2017 – 74,490 miles
  • 2016 – 74,282 miles
  • 2015 – 74,000 miles
  • 2014 – 73,687 miles
  • 2013 – 72,551 miles
  • 2012 – 71,651 miles
  • 2011 – 70,717 miles
  • 2010 – 69,736 miles
  • 2009 – 68,295 miles
  • 2008 – 66,034 miles
  • 2007 – 65,061 miles
  • 2006 – 64,208 miles
  • 2005 – 63,526 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass76,323 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

    Advisory10 MOTs, 2009–2017

  • Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

    Advisory10 MOTs, 2008–2014

  • Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2010–2014

  • Tyre worn close to the legal limit

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2006–2011

Full MOT history

28 tests since 10 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass76,323 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    76,323 miles
    Test number
    444893988481

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass76,323 miles (+721)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    76,323 miles
    Test number
    444827457913

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass75,602 miles (+474)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    75,602 miles
    Test number
    992085051043

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass75,128 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2023
    Odometer
    75,128 miles
    Test number
    153806201750
    • AdvisoryAge cracks in front and rear tyres but no ply or cord exposed.

  5. Fail75,128 miles (+27)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,128 miles
    Test number
    465548638397
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryAge cracks in front and rear tyres but no ply or cord exposed.

  6. Pass75,101 miles (+9)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    75,101 miles
    Test number
    715168894111
    • AdvisoryMotorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy Notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension corroded but not seriously weakened Swingarm (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass75,092 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    75,092 miles
    Test number
    320121305661
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))
    • AdvisoryMotorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

  8. Fail75,092 miles (+602)1 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,092 miles
    Test number
    671517396942
    • DangerousStop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))
    • AdvisoryMotorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

  9. Pass74,490 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    74,490 miles
    Test number
    838260008748
    • AdvisoryExhaust slightly deteriorated Rusted (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))
    • AdvisoryMotorcycle structure slightly corroded Frame (6.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))
    • AdvisoryRear suspension component slightly corroded. Shock absorber (2.4.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear suspension component slightly corroded. Swingarm (2.4.A.1a)
    • AdvisorySteering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

  10. Fail74,490 miles (+208)2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,490 miles
    Test number
    436632246387
    • FailureRear Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)
    • FailureRear Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))
    • AdvisoryMotorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear suspension component slightly corroded. Swingarm (2.4.A.1a)
    • AdvisorySteering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

  11. Pass74,282 miles (+282)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    74,282 miles
    Test number
    240967268121
    • AdvisoryBrake disc(s) slightly worn Rear (3.2.A1l)
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) close to minimum limit Front (3.2A1f(ii))
    • AdvisoryDrive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
    • AdvisoryMotorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear brake binding slightly
    • AdvisoryRear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))
    • AdvisorySteering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

  12. Pass74,000 miles (+313)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    74,000 miles
    Test number
    677163317207
    • AdvisoryBrake disc(s) slightly worn Front (3.2.A1l)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc(s) slightly worn Rear (3.2.A1l)
    • AdvisoryBrake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) close to minimum limit Front (3.2A1f(ii))
    • AdvisoryClutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)
    • AdvisoryMotorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))
    • AdvisoryRear suspension component slightly corroded. Swingarm (2.4.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear wheel bearings have slight free play Cush drive (2.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisorySteering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

  13. Pass73,687 miles (+1,136)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    73,687 miles
    Test number
    115938184259
    • AdvisoryBrake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))
    • AdvisoryMotorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))
    • AdvisoryRear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisorySteering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

  14. Pass72,551 miles (+900)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    72,551 miles
    Test number
    476839483279
    • AdvisoryBrake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))
    • AdvisoryFront wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)
    • AdvisoryRear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))
    • AdvisoryRear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisorySteering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

  15. Pass71,651 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    71,651 miles
    Test number
    388873292459
    • AdvisoryBrake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
    • AdvisorySteering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

  16. Fail71,651 miles (+934)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,651 miles
    Test number
    759071792223
    • FailureBrake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))
    • FailureRear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)
    • FailureTyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
    • FailureTyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
    • AdvisorySteering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

  17. Pass70,717 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    70,717 miles
    Test number
    799444291221
    • AdvisoryBrake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
    • AdvisoryDrive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
    • AdvisoryDrive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)
    • AdvisoryDrive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
    • AdvisoryRear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

  18. Fail70,717 miles (+981)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,717 miles
    Test number
    319242191297
    • FailureHeadlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))
    • FailureStop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

  19. Pass69,736 miles (+1,441)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    69,736 miles
    Test number
    392059770444
    • AdvisoryBrake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))
    • AdvisoryRear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisorySteering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

  20. Pass68,295 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    68,295 miles
    Test number
    714901589260
    • AdvisoryBrake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
    • AdvisorySteering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)
    • NoteRear caliper bleed screw snapped, not leaking.

  21. Fail68,295 miles (+2,261)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,295 miles
    Test number
    411170189275
    • FailureBrake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)
    • FailureRear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)
    • AdvisorySteering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

  22. Pass66,034 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    66,034 miles
    Test number
    271682588276
    • AdvisoryBrake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

  23. Fail66,034 miles (+973)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,034 miles
    Test number
    842692688212
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too high (1.6)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

  24. Pass65,061 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    65,061 miles
    Test number
    252986987273

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail65,061 miles (+853)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,061 miles
    Test number
    291116387217
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

  26. Pass64,208 miles (+682)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    64,208 miles
    Test number
    561014086234
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

  27. Fail63,526 miles3 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,526 miles
    Test number
    292163785216
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Lower Indicator tell tale not functioning (1.5.2)
    • Repaired at testRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
    • Repaired at testRear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

  28. Pass63,526 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    63,526 miles
    Test number
    313143585401
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Questions about P970 VCD

Does P970 VCD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on P970 VCD is valid until 25 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on P970 VCD?
The MOT on P970 VCD is valid until 25 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has P970 VCD done?
P970 VCD was recorded at 76,323 miles at its MOT on 26 Mar 2026, an average of 626 miles a year.
Has P970 VCD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P970 VCD has failed 9 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 6 May 2022.
Has the mileage on P970 VCD ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on P970 VCD find?
P970 VCD passed its latest MOT on 26 Mar 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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