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S480 SDB

1998 Yamaha FZR600

Black Petrol 598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

39,261 mi
Last recorded39,261 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2008
Typical for 1998 Yamaha FZR60026,330 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS480 SDB
MakeYamaha
ModelFZR600
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2008 39,261 miles

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

Pass 23 Aug 2007 39,246 miles

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

Front Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 16 May 2006 19,153 miles
Fail 15 May 2006 19,128 miles

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

rear tyre has been repaired

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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S480 SDB is a 1998 Yamaha FZR600 in Black with a 598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 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 S480 SDB, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of S480 SDB?

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What year was S480 SDB registered?

S480 SDB is a 1998 Yamaha FZR600, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is S480 SDB safe to buy?

The MOT history for S480 SDB shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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