1998 Yamaha XJ600 0.6L Petrol · R861 HDE

The vehicle currently holds a roadworthy status, having passed its most recent inspection on 17 October 2025 with no defects recorded. This indicates a stable maintenance trend compared to the period of recurring mechanical issues observed between 2008 and 2011. While earlier tests showed various minor failures, the recent clean sheet suggests that previous mechanical concerns have been addressed and the motorcycle remains compliant. The mileage data reveals extremely low usage for a vehicle of nearly twenty-eight years. The bike recorded 26,364 miles in May 2006 and reached 26,807 miles by November 2012. This represents an accumulation of only 443 miles over a six-year period, suggesting the motorcycle has been stored in storage or used very sparingly. While such low mileage reduces engine wear, it makes age-related degradation of rubber components and fluids more likely than mechanical wear-and-tear. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the suspension and braking components that were flagged in the past. The 2008 and 2009 tests specifically highlighted corrosion on the front suspension assemblies and scored rear brake discs, while the 2011 test noted an oil leak and worn front shock dust covers. Despite the recent pass, the low mileage necessitates a close check for perished fork seals, degraded brake lines, and tyre rot from sitting. Given the long gaps between tests, verifying the integrity of the fuel system and the state of the fluid is essential to ensure the bike has not suffered from prolonged stagnation.