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R215 YHH

1998 Yamaha FZS600

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Nov 2026
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

11,260 mi
Last recorded11,260 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2025
Typical for 1998 Yamaha FZS60026,256 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR215 YHH
MakeYamaha
ModelFZS600
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2025 11,260 miles

Headlamp light intensity reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Fail 14 Nov 2025 11,260 miles

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Headlamp light intensity reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Fail 29 Oct 2025 11,255 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Nearside Front Direction indicator with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Chain guard missing

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Oct 2024 8,466 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Direction indicator light intensity reduced (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 19 Sep 2023 8,107 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 20 Jul 2022 6,476 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 1 Mar 2021 3,431 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 23 Jul 2019 910 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2018 859 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2017
Fail 24 Jun 2017

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 11 Jun 2016 12,304 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2011 12,304 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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R215 YHH is a 1998 Yamaha FZS600 in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 R215 YHH, 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 R215 YHH registered?

R215 YHH is a 1998 Yamaha FZS600, first registered on 23 March 1998.

Is R215 YHH safe to buy?

The MOT history for R215 YHH shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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