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R405 TUM

1998 Yamaha FZS600

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Feb 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

21,832 mi
Last recorded21,832 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2026
Typical for 1998 Yamaha FZS60026,256 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR405 TUM
MakeYamaha
ModelFZS600
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2026 21,832 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2023 20,480 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2023 20,480 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 16 Aug 2022 18,544 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2021 18,543 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 16 Jul 2020 18,543 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 18 Jul 2019 18,542 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 20 Apr 2018 18,542 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2016 18,541 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2015 17,037 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 16 Sep 2014 14,889 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 23 Aug 2013 12,249 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2010 11,347 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 27 Oct 2008 11,110 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2007 10,786 miles

Front Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 28 Oct 2006 8,891 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2005 7,058 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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R405 TUM is a 1998 Yamaha FZS600 in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 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 R405 TUM, 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 R405 TUM registered?

R405 TUM is a 1998 Yamaha FZS600, first registered on 9 June 1998.

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