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R42 KSX

1998 Yamaha FZS600

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jul 2025
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

24,494 mi
Last recorded24,494 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2024
Typical for 1998 Yamaha FZS60026,256 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR42 KSX
MakeYamaha
ModelFZS600
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2024 24,494 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2023 36,354 miles

Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 31 May 2021 35,461 miles
Pass 19 May 2020 34,605 miles

advise slight exhaust leak from header pipe at cylinder head area

Pass 18 Jun 2018 34,601 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 15 Jun 2018 34,601 miles

Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 1 Jun 2018 34,601 miles

Offside Front Brake hose excessively damaged cut (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Throttle operating incorrectly sticking (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Brake fluid below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Front Mudguard insecure ()

aftermarket exhaust fitted

front tyre wear

Pass 4 Apr 2017 34,124 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2014 31,132 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 16 Sep 2013 28,626 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Fail 13 Sep 2013 28,596 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Rear Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Pass 15 Sep 2012 24,292 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 30 Sep 2011 21,095 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2011 21,083 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b) DANGEROUS

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 20 Sep 2010 18,552 miles

both front and rear tyres slightly squared

Pass 16 Sep 2009 16,220 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2008 14,835 miles

front brake binding slightly

Pass 13 Apr 2006 11,148 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2006 11,148 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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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R42 KSX 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 73.7%.

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 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 R42 KSX, 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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R42 KSX is a 1998 Yamaha FZS600, first registered on 15 June 1998.

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