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B3 JCL

1998 Yamaha FZS600

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2023
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

4,815 mi
Last recorded4,815 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2022
Typical for 1998 Yamaha FZS60026,256 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB3 JCL
MakeYamaha
ModelFZS600
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2022 4,815 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Jun 2021 4,809 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2019 4,776 miles
Pass 30 May 2018 4,772 miles
Pass 9 May 2017 4,763 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 19 May 2016 4,733 miles
Pass 9 May 2015 4,716 miles
Pass 21 May 2013 4,610 miles

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

Pass 22 May 2012 4,582 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2011 4,274 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2009 4,126 miles

low tread/uneven wear on front tyre!

Pass 25 Nov 2008 4,097 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2007 4,040 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2007 4,040 miles

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

Pass 23 Nov 2006 4,018 miles

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

Pass 22 Nov 2005 3,893 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha FZS600?

Based on 157,659 MOT tests across 11,903 vehicles.

85.0%
Pass Rate
965
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
11,903
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 2,688
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1,481
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 1,175
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 769
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 748
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B3 JCL is a 1998 Yamaha FZS600 in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 1998 Yamaha FZS600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.0% with a typical mileage of 26,256 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha FZS600 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 2,688 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B3 JCL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha FZS600 typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 28 years old, this Yamaha FZS600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was B3 JCL registered?

B3 JCL is a 1998 Yamaha FZS600, first registered on 14 December 1998.

Is B3 JCL safe to buy?

The MOT history for B3 JCL shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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