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S242 WOA

1999 Yamaha YZF600

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2018
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

41,632 mi
Last recorded41,632 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2017
Typical for 1999 Yamaha YZF60023,166 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS242 WOA
MakeYamaha
ModelYZF600
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2017 41,632 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2016 41,605 miles
Pass 27 May 2015 41,514 miles

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

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

Pass 17 May 2014 41,445 miles

Both front fork outer dust seals worn

Nut missing from nearside front brake hose bracket

Rear suspension slightly stiff

Fail 3 May 2014 41,411 miles

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

Both front fork outer dust seals worn

Nut missing from nearside front brake hose bracket

Rear suspension slightly stiff

Pass 22 Mar 2012 41,229 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2012 41,229 miles

Rear suspension movement is excessively stiff (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 22 Jun 2010 38,311 miles

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 22 Jun 2010 38,311 miles

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

Pass 25 Jun 2009 37,382 miles

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

Pass 10 May 2008 33,110 miles

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

Fail 10 Mar 2007 30,561 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Rear Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 10 Mar 2007 30,561 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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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S242 WOA is a 1999 Yamaha YZF600 in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 S242 WOA, 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.

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What year was S242 WOA registered?

S242 WOA is a 1999 Yamaha YZF600, first registered on 5 January 1999.

Is S242 WOA safe to buy?

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