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R949 DBA

1998 Yamaha FZR600

Black Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Apr 2019
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

38,962 mi
Last recorded38,962 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2018
Typical for 1998 Yamaha FZR60026,330 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR949 DBA
MakeYamaha
ModelFZR600
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2018 38,962 miles
Pass 21 May 2014 37,533 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 14 Jun 2013 28,644 miles

Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

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

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 8 May 2013 27,982 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 1 Jun 2012 20,144 miles
Pass 17 May 2011 18,858 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 17 May 2011 18,858 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 14 Mar 2006 16,513 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha FZR600?

Based on 14,305 MOT tests across 2,032 vehicles.

77.3%
Pass Rate
577
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
2,032
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 427
reflector on motorcycle missing 301
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 284
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 199
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 177
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R949 DBA is a 1998 Yamaha FZR600 in Black with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1998 Yamaha FZR600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.7% with a typical mileage of 26,330 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 FZR600 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 427 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R949 DBA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha FZR600 typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 28 years old, this Yamaha FZR600 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R949 DBA registered?

R949 DBA is a 1998 Yamaha FZR600, first registered on 1 January 1998.

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