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R990 XWR

1999 Yamaha YZF600

Silver Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2012
Tests5 (2 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate40%

Mileage

18,130 mi
Last recorded18,130 miles
Recorded on24 May 2011
Typical for 1999 Yamaha YZF60023,166 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR990 XWR
MakeYamaha
ModelYZF600
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

2 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 May 2011 18,130 miles

Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

head lamp has tape on lens

left hand lock stop close to tank

Fail 21 May 2011 18,119 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

n/side fork seal still has slight weep

Fail 12 May 2011 18,098 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

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

Nearside Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

Pass 20 Mar 2008 17,702 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2008 17,702 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

How Reliable is the Yamaha YZF600?

Based on 66,153 MOT tests across 5,775 vehicles.

81.3%
Pass Rate
862
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
5,775
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,428
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 1,223
reflector on motorcycle missing 840
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 806
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 765
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R990 XWR is a 1999 Yamaha YZF600 in Silver with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 40%.

Across all 1999 Yamaha YZF600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.9% with a typical mileage of 23,166 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 YZF600 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,428 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R990 XWR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha YZF600 typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 27 years old, this Yamaha YZF600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R990 XWR registered?

R990 XWR is a 1999 Yamaha YZF600, first registered on 11 March 1999.

Is R990 XWR safe to buy?

The MOT history for R990 XWR shows 5 tests with a 40% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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