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S173 XCR

1999 Yamaha FZS600

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Sep 2024
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

34,758 mi
Last recorded34,758 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2023
Typical for 1999 Yamaha FZS60025,718 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS173 XCR
MakeYamaha
ModelFZS600
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2023 34,758 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2023 34,757 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 1 Jun 2022 34,487 miles

all tyre pressures low/have adjusted

Fail 1 Jun 2022 34,487 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

all tyre pressures low/have adjusted

Pass 3 Nov 2017 34,477 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey cyl 2/3 headers (7.1.1b)

Pass 24 Oct 2016 34,185 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2015 33,990 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2015 33,990 miles

Front Front position lamp incorrect colour side light blue (1.1.2a)

Pass 9 Oct 2014 33,806 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

head light reflector in side dirty

Pass 16 Oct 2013 33,210 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2012 32,482 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

Pass 17 Oct 2011 31,923 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2011 31,923 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates brake effort fall disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Oct 2010 31,882 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2009 31,857 miles

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

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

riders nearside footpeg loose but not insecure

Pass 25 Apr 2008 31,261 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2007 30,613 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 11 Jan 2006 26,688 miles

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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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S173 XCR is a 1999 Yamaha FZS600 in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1999 Yamaha FZS600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.5% with a typical mileage of 25,718 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 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 S173 XCR, 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 27 years old, this Yamaha FZS600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was S173 XCR registered?

S173 XCR is a 1999 Yamaha FZS600, first registered on 28 January 1999.

Is S173 XCR safe to buy?

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