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R418 GRO

1998 Yamaha FZS600

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Aug 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

54,563 mi
Last recorded54,563 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2026
Typical for 1998 Yamaha FZS60026,256 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR418 GRO
MakeYamaha
ModelFZS600
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2026 54,563 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2025 53,397 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2021 46,935 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2020 41,010 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Jul 2019 33,975 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2018 31,867 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2017 30,779 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2016 29,458 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2015 28,334 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2014 27,328 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2013 26,445 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2012 25,103 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2011 22,905 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 21 Jul 2010 20,358 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2009 17,968 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2009 17,932 miles

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Pass 21 Jul 2008 16,745 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2007 15,705 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2006 14,511 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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R418 GRO is a 1998 Yamaha FZS600 in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 R418 GRO, 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 R418 GRO registered?

R418 GRO is a 1998 Yamaha FZS600, first registered on 3 July 1998.

Is R418 GRO safe to buy?

The MOT history for R418 GRO shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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