MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
93,635 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))
Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)
Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1b) DANGEROUS
Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h) DANGEROUS
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
Fairings insecure and likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)
Headlamp aim too high (1.6)
Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)
Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)
Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)
Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
headlight switch initaily inoperative
How Reliable is the Yamaha FZS600?
Based on 157,659 MOT tests across 11,903 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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R289 RBL is a 1998 Yamaha FZS600 in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.
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 R289 RBL, 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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R289 RBL is a 1998 Yamaha FZS600, first registered on 11 June 1998.
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