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R120 SKH

1998 Yamaha FZS600

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Feb 2027
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

34,874 mi
Last recorded34,874 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2026
Typical for 1998 Yamaha FZS60026,256 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR120 SKH
MakeYamaha
ModelFZS600
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 9 Feb 2026 34,874 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2025 32,358 miles
Pass 27 May 2022 32,148 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2020 31,996 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2019 31,945 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 3 Apr 2018 31,834 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2017 31,650 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2016 31,341 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2015 30,987 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2014 29,608 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2013 28,297 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2012 27,048 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 5 Mar 2011 25,450 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2010 23,661 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2009 22,452 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2008 21,140 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2007 20,034 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2006 17,815 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha FZS600?

Based on 157,659 MOT tests across 11,903 vehicles.

85.0%
Pass Rate
965
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
11,903
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 2,688
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1,481
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 1,175
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 769
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 748
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R120 SKH is a 1998 Yamaha FZS600 in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1998 Yamaha FZS600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.0% with a typical mileage of 26,256 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha FZS600 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 2,688 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R120 SKH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha FZS600 typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 28 years old, this Yamaha FZS600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R120 SKH registered?

R120 SKH is a 1998 Yamaha FZS600, first registered on 22 May 1998.

Is R120 SKH safe to buy?

The MOT history for R120 SKH shows 18 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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