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R202 MNV

1998 Yamaha FZS600

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Nov 2014
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

37,691 mi
Last recorded37,691 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2013
Typical for 1998 Yamaha FZS60026,256 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR202 MNV
MakeYamaha
ModelFZS600
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2013 37,691 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 12 Nov 2013 37,661 miles

Front Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 4 Nov 2013 37,520 miles

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

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Sep 2012 34,368 miles

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

Pass 16 May 2011 31,751 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2009 27,323 miles

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

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

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Pass 8 Dec 2008 21,043 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2008 19,992 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 7 Sep 2007 15,133 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2007 15,133 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 22 Aug 2006 12,269 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2005 11,965 miles

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

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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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R202 MNV is a 1998 Yamaha FZS600 in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 R202 MNV, 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 R202 MNV registered?

R202 MNV is a 1998 Yamaha FZS600, first registered on 29 May 1998.

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