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R78 NMW

1998 Yamaha Yzf 600 R

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2016
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

18,268 mi
Last recorded18,268 miles
Recorded on21 May 2015
Typical for 1998 Yamaha Yzf 600 R23,246 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR78 NMW
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf 600 R
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 May 2015 18,268 miles

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

Pass 10 May 2014 17,451 miles
Pass 31 May 2012 17,429 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2011 15,375 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2011 15,375 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.6)

Pass 5 May 2010 14,418 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2007 13,862 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2005 12,512 miles

Rear Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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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R78 NMW is a 1998 Yamaha Yzf 600 R in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 R78 NMW, 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.

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What year was R78 NMW registered?

R78 NMW is a 1998 Yamaha Yzf 600 R, first registered on 26 March 1998.

Is R78 NMW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R78 NMW shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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