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R138 FYG

1998 Yamaha FZS600

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2019
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

62,240 mi
Last recorded62,240 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2018
Typical for 1998 Yamaha FZS60026,256 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR138 FYG
MakeYamaha
ModelFZS600
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2018 62,240 miles

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

Pass 8 Jun 2017 60,604 miles

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

Pass 27 Jun 2011 58,536 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2011 58,536 miles

Rear mono-shock pivot excessively worn (2.4.B.4)

Pass 21 Jun 2010 53,945 miles

rear number plate cracked , slight pitting on forks ,

Fail 18 Jun 2010 53,945 miles

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

rear number plate cracked , slight pitting on forks ,

Pass 12 Jun 2009 46,376 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 21 Jun 2008 39,360 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 21 Jun 2008 39,360 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 16 Jun 2007 31,524 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 7 Jun 2006 25,657 miles

tape on o/s h/light fore aim

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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R138 FYG is a 1998 Yamaha FZS600 in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R138 FYG, 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.

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What year was R138 FYG registered?

R138 FYG is a 1998 Yamaha FZS600, first registered on 21 March 1998.

Is R138 FYG safe to buy?

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