MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
53,070 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))
Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS
Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS
All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))
All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))
Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))
Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))
All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))
Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))
Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.12 (a))
Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))
Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))
Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)
Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired main beam slightly dim (1.2.3a)
Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)
Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)
Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)
Rear Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)
Rear Roller brake test indicates brake effort rise disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)
Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)
Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)
Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
How Reliable is the Yamaha FZS600?
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R203 PGM is a 1998 Yamaha FZS600 in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.1%.
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 R203 PGM, 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 R203 PGM registered?
R203 PGM is a 1998 Yamaha FZS600, first registered on 20 March 1998.
Is R203 PGM safe to buy?
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