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R459 FGV

1998 Yamaha FZS600

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Mar 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

43,613 mi
Last recorded43,613 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2026
Typical for 1998 Yamaha FZS60026,256 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR459 FGV
MakeYamaha
ModelFZS600
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2026 43,613 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Mar 2025 37,522 miles

Left front foot peg rubber worn

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 25 Mar 2024 32,636 miles

Drive chain slightly tight tight spot on chain (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Fail 25 Mar 2024 32,636 miles

Drive chain slightly tight tight spot on chain (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 21 Mar 2023 26,561 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 1 Apr 2022 23,667 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 10 May 2021 21,010 miles
Pass 13 May 2020 18,715 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 1 Apr 2019 17,035 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 7 Apr 2018 15,115 miles

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

Pass 24 Mar 2017 11,870 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2015 11,017 miles

Front Plate brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.B1b)

Rear Plate brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.B1b)

Fail 3 Oct 2015 11,008 miles

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

Front Plate brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.B1b)

Rear Plate brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.B1b)

Pass 7 Oct 2014 10,670 miles

brakes binding slightly

Pass 28 Jun 2013 10,351 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Fail 4 May 2012 10,011 miles

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

Pass 4 May 2012 10,011 miles
Pass 7 May 2011 9,377 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2010 8,297 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2009 8,165 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2008 7,910 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2007 7,639 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly damaged (3.2.B2a)

Pass 5 Apr 2006 7,568 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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R459 FGV is a 1998 Yamaha FZS600 in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 R459 FGV, 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 R459 FGV registered?

R459 FGV is a 1998 Yamaha FZS600, first registered on 9 May 1998.

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