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R124 FYG

1998 Yamaha YZF600

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jan 2021
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

38,255 mi
Last recorded38,255 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2019
Typical for 1998 Yamaha YZF60025,938 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR124 FYG
MakeYamaha
ModelYZF600
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2019 38,255 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2018 37,711 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2016 37,415 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2015 36,368 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2015 36,368 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 3 May 2013 35,771 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2011 34,929 miles
Pass 8 May 2010 33,224 miles
Fail 1 May 2010 33,213 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

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

Pass 27 Sep 2008 31,290 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2007 31,225 miles

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

Pass 13 Jul 2006 30,444 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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R124 FYG is a 1998 Yamaha YZF600 in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 R124 FYG, 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.

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What year was R124 FYG registered?

R124 FYG is a 1998 Yamaha YZF600, first registered on 10 March 1998.

Is R124 FYG safe to buy?

The MOT history for R124 FYG shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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