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S488 UNT

1999 Yamaha YZF600

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Apr 2019
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

34,021 mi
Last recorded34,021 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2018
Typical for 1999 Yamaha YZF60023,166 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS488 UNT
MakeYamaha
ModelYZF600
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2018 34,021 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2016 32,313 miles

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

Fail 1 Sep 2016 32,313 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

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

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

Pass 19 Aug 2015 30,497 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 11 Sep 2014 26,562 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2014 26,562 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 12 Mar 2009 21,022 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2008 13,177 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2007 12,268 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2007 12,268 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 28 Apr 2007 12,256 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2007 12,256 miles

Registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)

Pass 6 May 2006 12,096 miles

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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S488 UNT 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 S488 UNT, 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 S488 UNT registered?

S488 UNT is a 1999 Yamaha YZF600, first registered on 19 January 1999.

Is S488 UNT safe to buy?

The MOT history for S488 UNT shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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