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L166 TUP

1998 Yamaha FZR600

White Petrol 598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Feb 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

20,481 mi
Last recorded20,481 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2025
Typical for 1998 Yamaha FZR60026,330 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL166 TUP
MakeYamaha
ModelFZR600
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2025 20,481 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2022 20,399 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit front tyre worn to limit on outer centre edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Jun 2017 20,044 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 19,862 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 15 May 2014 19,659 miles

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

Pass 2 Jun 2012 18,591 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 14 May 2011 17,965 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2010 16,660 miles
Pass 13 May 2009 15,088 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2008 11,160 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

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

Pass 11 Apr 2008 11,160 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

Fail 10 May 2007 10,638 miles

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Pass 10 May 2007 10,638 miles

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

Pass 22 Apr 2006 9,445 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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L166 TUP is a 1998 Yamaha FZR600 in White with a 598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 L166 TUP, 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 L166 TUP registered?

L166 TUP is a 1998 Yamaha FZR600, first registered on 8 July 1998.

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