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K298 KWU

1993 Yamaha FZR600

Multi-colour Petrol 598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2009
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

25,622 mi
Last recorded25,622 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2008
Typical for 1993 Yamaha FZR60028,428 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK298 KWU
MakeYamaha
ModelFZR600
Year1993
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2008 25,622 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2007 25,552 miles

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

Pass 3 Jul 2006 23,822 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha FZR600?

Based on 14,305 MOT tests across 2,032 vehicles.

77.3%
Pass Rate
577
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
2,032
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 427
reflector on motorcycle missing 301
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 284
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 199
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 177
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K298 KWU is a 1993 Yamaha FZR600 in Multi-colour with a 598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1993 Yamaha FZR600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.8% with a typical mileage of 28,428 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Yamaha FZR600 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 427 recorded failures. If you're considering buying K298 KWU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha FZR600 typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 33 years old, this Yamaha FZR600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was K298 KWU registered?

K298 KWU is a 1993 Yamaha FZR600, first registered on 31 December 1993.

Is K298 KWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for K298 KWU shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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