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S643 JLT

1999 Yamaha FZS600

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2025
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

28,552 mi
Last recorded28,552 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2024
Typical for 1999 Yamaha FZS60025,718 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS643 JLT
MakeYamaha
ModelFZS600
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2024 28,552 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2024 28,552 miles

Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 Jun 2023 28,038 miles
Fail 30 May 2023 28,034 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect kick up to right (4.1.2 (c))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls foot control (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 31 May 2022 27,371 miles

headlamp mask converter fitted

Pass 8 Jun 2018 26,654 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2018 26,654 miles

Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 10 Jun 2017 26,007 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2017 26,007 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 4 Jun 2016 24,856 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2016 24,856 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Jul 2012 24,749 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2012 24,738 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Headlamp dipped beam affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.2c)

Pass 18 May 2009 24,295 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 16 Jun 2007 23,392 miles

Front Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

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

Pass 21 Jan 2006 21,258 miles

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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S643 JLT is a 1999 Yamaha FZS600 in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 S643 JLT, 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.

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What year was S643 JLT registered?

S643 JLT is a 1999 Yamaha FZS600, first registered on 23 February 1999.

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