Yamaha XJ600

Red · Petrol · 1998 · 598 cc

S785 JBYMOT history

S785 JBY is a red petrol Yamaha XJ600 first used on 1 Aug 1998. Its MOT is valid until 14 Apr 2027 and it has passed 18 of 22 MOT tests, with 69,608 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 14 Apr 2027
Mileage
69,608 mi
At MOT on 15 Apr 2026
MOT tests
22
18 passed · 4 failed
Per year
3,072 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S785 JBY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Yamaha
Model
XJ600
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
598 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
1 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S785 JBY was last recorded at 69,608 miles on 15 Apr 2026, 5,373 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Apr 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
64,235 miles · 17 Apr 2024
Between the last two tests
5,373 miles
Average per year
3,072 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 69,608 miles
  • 2024 – 64,235 miles
  • 2023 – 61,117 miles
  • 2021 – 51,750 miles
  • 2020 – 45,883 miles
  • 2019 – 39,416 miles
  • 2018 – 35,244 miles
  • 2017 – 29,666 miles
  • 2016 – 24,897 miles
  • 2015 – 21,741 miles
  • 2014 – 17,379 miles
  • 2012 – 16,326 miles
  • 2011 – 15,399 miles
  • 2010 – 14,628 miles
  • 2009 – 13,252 miles
  • 2008 – 12,628 miles
  • 2007 – 10,633 miles
  • 2006 – 9,382 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass69,608 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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.

  • Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2018

Full MOT history

22 tests since 7 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass69,608 miles (+5,373)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    69,608 miles
    Test number
    656425546122
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

  2. Pass64,235 miles (+3,118)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    64,235 miles
    Test number
    971324928667
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  3. Pass61,117 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    61,117 miles
    Test number
    415201570412
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail61,117 miles (+9,367)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,117 miles
    Test number
    524706887506
    • MajorRear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass51,750 miles (+5,867)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    51,750 miles
    Test number
    220165511168
    • AdvisoryNearside Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  6. Pass45,883 miles (+6,467)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    45,883 miles
    Test number
    103134830371
    • AdvisoryBrake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied Front (1.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) close to minimum limit Rear (1.1.13 (a))

  7. Pass39,416 miles (+4,172)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    39,416 miles
    Test number
    708744505721
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisorySteering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit Front (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass35,244 miles (+5,578)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    35,244 miles
    Test number
    678652663654
    • AdvisoryBrake component worn but not seriously reduced in strength front disc scored (3.2.A1)
    • AdvisoryExhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

  9. Pass29,666 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    29,666 miles
    Test number
    137439416055
    • AdvisoryBrake disc(s) slightly scored front (3.2.A1l)
    • AdvisoryFront shock absorber has light misting of stanchion n/s (2.3.3)

  10. Fail29,666 miles (+4,769)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,666 miles
    Test number
    884146902367
    • Repaired at testRear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc(s) slightly scored front (3.2.A1l)
    • AdvisoryFront shock absorber has light misting of stanchion n/s (2.3.3)

  11. Pass24,897 miles (+3,156)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    24,897 miles
    Test number
    202739407170
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) close to minimum limit front (3.2A1f(ii))

  12. Pass21,741 miles (+4,362)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    21,741 miles
    Test number
    185638975486
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

  13. Pass17,379 miles (+1,053)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    17,379 miles
    Test number
    778771984097

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass16,326 miles (+927)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    16,326 miles
    Test number
    869106352240
    • AdvisoryDrive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
    • AdvisoryDrive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

  15. Pass15,399 miles (+771)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    15,399 miles
    Test number
    896847251224
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

  16. Pass14,628 miles (+1,376)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    14,628 miles
    Test number
    944697150269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass13,252 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    13,252 miles
    Test number
    713860549238

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail13,252 miles (+624)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    13,252 miles
    Test number
    841759039259
    • FailureBrake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

  19. Pass12,628 miles (+1,995)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    12,628 miles
    Test number
    353307558296

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass10,633 miles (+1,251)
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    10,633 miles
    Test number
    204923427250

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass9,382 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    9,382 miles
    Test number
    373242856233

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail9,382 miles2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    9,382 miles
    Test number
    772950256267
    • FailureFront Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)
    • FailureHeadlamp aim too high (1.6)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Questions about S785 JBY

Does S785 JBY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S785 JBY is valid until 14 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on S785 JBY?
The MOT on S785 JBY is valid until 14 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S785 JBY done?
S785 JBY was recorded at 69,608 miles at its MOT on 15 Apr 2026, an average of 3,072 miles a year.
Has S785 JBY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S785 JBY has failed 4 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Mar 2023.
Has the mileage on S785 JBY 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 S785 JBY find?
S785 JBY passed its latest MOT on 15 Apr 2026 with 2 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; rear brake pad(s) close to minimum limit.

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