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R165 YWJ

1998 Yamaha FZS600

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Oct 2024
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

20,683 mi
Last recorded20,683 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2023
Typical for 1998 Yamaha FZS60026,256 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR165 YWJ
MakeYamaha
ModelFZS600
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Oct 2023 20,683 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2022 20,673 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2022 20,663 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Sep 2021 20,589 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2020 20,490 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2018 20,149 miles

Nearside Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 1 Jun 2018 20,143 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Nearside Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Mar 2017 19,667 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2015 17,566 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 14 Jun 2014 15,523 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 28 Mar 2013
Pass 20 Mar 2012 8,324 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2011 8,224 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2010 8,019 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2009 7,650 miles

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

Fail 14 Mar 2009 7,650 miles

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

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

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

Pass 18 Mar 2008 7,276 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2007 6,886 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2006 6,629 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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R165 YWJ is a 1998 Yamaha FZS600 in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 R165 YWJ, 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 R165 YWJ registered?

R165 YWJ is a 1998 Yamaha FZS600, first registered on 31 December 1998.

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The MOT history for R165 YWJ shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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