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L30 WYT

1998 Yamaha YZF600

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jul 2023
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

35,238 mi
Last recorded35,238 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2022
Typical for 1998 Yamaha YZF60025,938 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL30 WYT
MakeYamaha
ModelYZF600
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2022 35,238 miles
Pass 17 May 2021 33,919 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2020 33,899 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2020 33,899 miles

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 27 May 2017 33,880 miles

Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 31 May 2016 33,841 miles
Pass 27 May 2015 33,781 miles
Pass 22 May 2014 33,379 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2013 33,165 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2012 32,960 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 22 Jul 2010 32,730 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2010 32,730 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 Apr 2009 31,865 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2009 31,865 miles

Front Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Pass 20 Oct 2008 31,849 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2007 31,320 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2006 29,875 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2006 29,875 miles

Front Lower Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Nearside Rear Lower Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Nearside Front Lower Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Lower Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

How Reliable is the Yamaha YZF600?

Based on 66,153 MOT tests across 5,775 vehicles.

81.3%
Pass Rate
862
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
5,775
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,428
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 1,223
reflector on motorcycle missing 840
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 806
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 765
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L30 WYT is a 1998 Yamaha YZF600 in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1998 Yamaha YZF600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.6% with a typical mileage of 25,938 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 YZF600 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,428 recorded failures. If you're considering buying L30 WYT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha YZF600 typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 28 years old, this Yamaha YZF600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was L30 WYT registered?

L30 WYT is a 1998 Yamaha YZF600, first registered on 11 February 1998.

Is L30 WYT safe to buy?

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