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OJZ 8621

1998 Yamaha Yzf R6

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Apr 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

36,770 mi
Last recorded36,770 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2026
Typical for 1998 Yamaha Yzf R627,875 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOJZ 8621
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf R6
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc
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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2026 36,770 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Mar 2025 35,831 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2024 35,559 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2023 34,128 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2021 33,950 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 6 Feb 2020 33,470 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2019 31,143 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2017 30,729 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 13 Apr 2016 29,894 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Fail 13 Apr 2016 29,894 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

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

Pass 23 Mar 2015 29,536 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 27 Mar 2012 27,589 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2011 26,139 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2011 26,139 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 18 Aug 2009 23,047 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2008 22,607 miles

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

How Reliable is the Yamaha Yzf R6?

Based on 102,114 MOT tests across 11,094 vehicles.

83.0%
Pass Rate
802
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
11,094
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 1,767
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,655
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 923
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 671
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 471
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OJZ 8621 is a 1998 Yamaha Yzf R6 in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1998 Yamaha Yzf R6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.9% with a typical mileage of 27,875 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha Yzf R6 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 1,767 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OJZ 8621, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Yzf R6 typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 28 years old, this Yamaha Yzf R6 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was OJZ 8621 registered?

OJZ 8621 is a 1998 Yamaha Yzf R6, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is OJZ 8621 safe to buy?

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