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R105 WPX

1998 Yamaha YZF600

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2023
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

34,087 mi
Last recorded34,087 miles
Recorded on31 May 2022
Typical for 1998 Yamaha YZF60025,938 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR105 WPX
MakeYamaha
ModelYZF600
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 May 2022 34,087 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both x 2 front are pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened is pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 20 May 2022 34,087 miles

Front Fuel cap ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both x 2 front are pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened is pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 9 May 2012 33,757 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 6 Mar 2010 33,914 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 24 Apr 2009 31,911 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2008 31,127 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2008 31,083 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

nail in rear tyre

Pass 8 Mar 2007 27,401 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2006 22,152 miles

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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R105 WPX is a 1998 Yamaha YZF600 in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 R105 WPX, 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 R105 WPX registered?

R105 WPX is a 1998 Yamaha YZF600, first registered on 19 February 1998.

Is R105 WPX safe to buy?

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