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R279 FGP

1998 Yamaha Yzf 600 R

Multi-colour Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Sep 2010
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

20,437 mi
Last recorded20,437 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2009
Typical for 1998 Yamaha Yzf 600 R23,246 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR279 FGP
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf 600 R
Year1998
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc
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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 28 Aug 2009 20,437 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2008 16,293 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 3 Sep 2007 16,030 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2006 16,022 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha Yzf 600 R?

Based on 3,099 MOT tests across 544 vehicles.

81.3%
Pass Rate
962
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
544
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 84
reflector on motorcycle missing 61
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 50
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 48
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 45
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R279 FGP is a 1998 Yamaha Yzf 600 R in Multi-colour with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1998 Yamaha Yzf 600 R models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.9% with a typical mileage of 23,246 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha Yzf 600 R fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 84 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R279 FGP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Yzf 600 R typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 28 years old, this Yamaha Yzf 600 R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R279 FGP registered?

R279 FGP is a 1998 Yamaha Yzf 600 R, first registered on 28 April 1998.

Is R279 FGP safe to buy?

The MOT history for R279 FGP shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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