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R404 RKH

1998 Yamaha FZS600

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2025
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

6,700 mi
Last recorded6,700 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2024
Typical for 1998 Yamaha FZS60026,256 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR404 RKH
MakeYamaha
ModelFZS600
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2024 6,700 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 May 2023 6,532 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Jun 2022 6,263 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Jun 2021 5,976 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Jun 2019 5,823 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2018 5,666 miles
Pass 23 May 2017 5,648 miles
Pass 10 May 2016 5,319 miles
Pass 13 May 2015 4,453 miles
Fail 13 May 2015 4,450 miles

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Pass 5 May 2014 3,689 miles
Pass 3 May 2013 3,665 miles
Pass 24 May 2010 3,253 miles
Pass 5 May 2009 2,454 miles
Pass 8 May 2008 1,531 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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R404 RKH is a 1998 Yamaha FZS600 in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 R404 RKH, 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 R404 RKH registered?

R404 RKH is a 1998 Yamaha FZS600, first registered on 15 April 1998.

Is R404 RKH safe to buy?

The MOT history for R404 RKH shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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