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R150 KWV

1998 Yamaha FZS600

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2016
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

40,602 mi
Last recorded40,602 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2015
Typical for 1998 Yamaha FZS60026,256 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR150 KWV
MakeYamaha
ModelFZS600
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2015 40,602 miles
Fail 30 May 2015 40,571 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 14 Oct 2013 39,789 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 2 Oct 2012 36,676 miles

Rear Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 28 Sep 2012 38,634 miles

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

Rear Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 15 Oct 2011 36,821 miles

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

Centre Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 2 Sep 2010 34,870 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2009 32,491 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2008 29,924 miles

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

Pass 7 Aug 2007 27,603 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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R150 KWV is a 1998 Yamaha FZS600 in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 R150 KWV, 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 R150 KWV registered?

R150 KWV is a 1998 Yamaha FZS600, first registered on 13 June 1998.

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