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E264 FNO

1988 Yamaha FZ600

White Petrol 598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 May 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

31,574 mi
Last recorded31,574 miles
Recorded on27 May 2026
Typical for 1988 Yamaha FZ60030,232 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE264 FNO
MakeYamaha
ModelFZ600
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 May 2026 31,574 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 17 May 2025 31,490 miles
Pass 11 May 2024 31,354 miles
Pass 20 May 2023 31,233 miles
Pass 14 May 2022 31,083 miles

Rear Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 29 May 2021 30,884 miles
Pass 23 May 2020 30,650 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2019 30,444 miles

Rear Suspension ball joint worn, but not excessively (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Apr 2018 30,023 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2017 29,774 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2016 29,548 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2015 19,629 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2014 29,042 miles

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

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 13 Apr 2013 28,765 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2012 28,473 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Rear spring worn but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Fail 10 Mar 2012 28,435 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Rear spring worn but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Pass 15 Mar 2011 28,153 miles

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

offside front light slightly loose

upper rubber seal on rear suspension deteriorated

Pass 17 Mar 2010 27,897 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2009 27,541 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2008 27,017 miles

rear spring very rusty

Pass 10 Mar 2007 26,678 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 11 Mar 2006 26,440 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2006 26,423 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.2)

Rear Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

How Reliable is the Yamaha FZ600?

Based on 2,177 MOT tests across 391 vehicles.

78.9%
Pass Rate
635
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
391
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 63
reflector on motorcycle missing 46
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 34
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 31
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 29
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E264 FNO is a 1988 Yamaha FZ600 in White with a 598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

Across all 1988 Yamaha FZ600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.2% with a typical mileage of 30,232 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha FZ600 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 63 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E264 FNO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha FZ600 typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 38 years old, this Yamaha FZ600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was E264 FNO registered?

E264 FNO is a 1988 Yamaha FZ600, first registered on 31 March 1988.

Is E264 FNO safe to buy?

The MOT history for E264 FNO shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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