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R42 XRV

1998 Yamaha FZS600

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jan 2019
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

70,504 mi
Last recorded70,504 miles
Recorded on21 Dec 2017
Typical for 1998 Yamaha FZS60026,256 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR42 XRV
MakeYamaha
ModelFZS600
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Dec 2017 70,504 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2017 67,647 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2015 61,007 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2014 51,284 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 17 Jan 2014 44,612 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 21 Sep 2012 41,899 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2011 36,507 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2010 29,315 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2009 25,426 miles

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

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Nearside Outer Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 26 Sep 2008 24,647 miles

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

Pass 15 Sep 2007 24,472 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 22 Sep 2006 20,567 miles

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

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

rear brake binds ever so slightly (pistons could do with cleaning).

Pass 22 Sep 2006 20,567 miles

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

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

rear brake binds ever so slightly (pistons could do with cleaning).

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 XRV is a 1998 Yamaha FZS600 in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 R42 XRV, 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 R42 XRV registered?

R42 XRV is a 1998 Yamaha FZS600, first registered on 8 April 1998.

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