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R138 UBY

1998 Yamaha YZF600

Multi-colour Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2025
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

44,184 mi
Last recorded44,184 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2024
Typical for 1998 Yamaha YZF60025,938 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR138 UBY
MakeYamaha
ModelYZF600
Year1998
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2024 44,184 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2019 44,082 miles
Pass 25 May 2018 43,906 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2016 43,332 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2015 42,569 miles
Pass 16 May 2013 39,449 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 37,140 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))

Fail 24 May 2012 37,140 miles

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

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 27 May 2011 34,947 miles

Nearside Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Pass 17 May 2010 33,112 miles
Pass 9 May 2009 31,256 miles
Pass 31 May 2008 28,831 miles
Fail 31 May 2008 28,831 miles

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

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

Pass 1 May 2007 23,995 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2006 22,312 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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R138 UBY is a 1998 Yamaha YZF600 in Multi-colour with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 R138 UBY, 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 R138 UBY registered?

R138 UBY is a 1998 Yamaha YZF600, first registered on 9 February 1998.

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