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K644 PGK

1998 Yamaha FZR600

Red Petrol 598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Mar 2015
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

26,043 mi
Last recorded26,043 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2014
Typical for 1998 Yamaha FZR60026,330 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK644 PGK
MakeYamaha
ModelFZR600
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Fail 10 Mar 2014 26,043 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear position lamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.1.1b)

Pass 10 Mar 2014 26,043 miles

Rear position lamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.1.1b)

Pass 17 Aug 2011 25,451 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2011 25,451 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

Pass 31 Aug 2010 23,451 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2010 23,451 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 5 Jun 2009 20,466 miles

no indicators fitted to this motorcycle.

Fail 4 Jun 2009 20,451 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

no indicators fitted to this motorcycle.

Pass 26 Apr 2008 18,594 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2008 18,594 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 30 Apr 2007 55,252 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2006 53,459 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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K644 PGK is a 1998 Yamaha FZR600 in Red with a 598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

Across all 1998 Yamaha FZR600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.7% with a typical mileage of 26,330 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 K644 PGK, 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 28 years old, this Yamaha FZR600 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was K644 PGK registered?

K644 PGK is a 1998 Yamaha FZR600, first registered on 27 August 1998.

Is K644 PGK safe to buy?

The MOT history for K644 PGK shows 12 tests with a 58.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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