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R736 HCG

1998 Yamaha Fazer

Black Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jul 2025
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

Typical for 1998 Yamaha Fazer38,248 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR736 HCG
MakeYamaha
ModelFazer
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Jul 2024
Fail 5 Jun 2024

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Headlamp insecure headlight unit loose not properly attached (4.1.1 (c))

Rear reflector missing Number plate reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements too small (0.1 (d))

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil front forks found leaking a small amount of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 5 Oct 2021 42,783 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2020 40,408 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2019 37,799 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2018 34,177 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

slight engine oil leaks

Pass 20 Nov 2013 32,766 miles

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

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

rear brake has slight bind

Pass 22 Oct 2012 23,214 miles

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

Pass 8 Nov 2011 18,484 miles

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

Fail 7 Nov 2011 18,484 miles

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Pass 11 May 2010 18,477 miles

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

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 7 May 2009 18,465 miles

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

Pass 25 Apr 2008 18,465 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2007 18,401 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2006 17,542 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha Fazer?

Based on 6,079 MOT tests across 580 vehicles.

86.1%
Pass Rate
1,106
Miles/Year
40
Year Lifespan
580
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 80
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 37
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 37
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside 36
Drive chain excessively loose 21
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R736 HCG is a 1998 Yamaha Fazer in Black with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 1998 Yamaha Fazer models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.4% with a typical mileage of 38,248 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha Fazer fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 80 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R736 HCG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Fazer typically stays on UK roads for around 40 years. At 28 years old, this Yamaha Fazer is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R736 HCG registered?

R736 HCG is a 1998 Yamaha Fazer, first registered on 20 April 1998.

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