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R443 OKH

1998 Yamaha Yzf 600 R

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jul 2026
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

31,755 mi
Last recorded31,755 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2025
Typical for 1998 Yamaha Yzf 600 R23,246 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR443 OKH
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf 600 R
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc
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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2025 31,755 miles

Offside Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Fail 28 Jun 2025 31,755 miles

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Pass 15 Mar 2024 28,296 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 15 Mar 2024 28,296 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii))

Pass 20 Mar 2023 20,407 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2022 17,095 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2021 15,673 miles

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

Pass 30 May 2015 15,098 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 29 May 2015 15,098 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 9 May 2014 13,734 miles
Fail 3 May 2014 13,719 miles

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

Pass 3 May 2008 12,805 miles

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

Pass 23 Apr 2007 12,398 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2007 12,398 miles

Front An item not tested (Manual)

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

battery acid leaking

Pass 18 Mar 2006 12,310 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha Yzf 600 R?

Based on 3,099 MOT tests across 544 vehicles.

81.3%
Pass Rate
962
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
544
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 84
reflector on motorcycle missing 61
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 50
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 48
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 45
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R443 OKH is a 1998 Yamaha Yzf 600 R in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1998 Yamaha Yzf 600 R models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.9% with a typical mileage of 23,246 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 Yzf 600 R fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 84 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R443 OKH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Yzf 600 R typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 28 years old, this Yamaha Yzf 600 R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R443 OKH registered?

R443 OKH is a 1998 Yamaha Yzf 600 R, first registered on 12 February 1998.

Is R443 OKH safe to buy?

The MOT history for R443 OKH shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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