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S993 KFX

1998 Yamaha 600

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2018
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

58,974 mi
Last recorded58,974 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2017
Typical for 1998 Yamaha 60044,383 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS993 KFX
MakeYamaha
Model600
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2017 58,974 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

lights masked off at time of test ,daylight use only

Pass 20 Sep 2014 56,282 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2014 56,270 miles

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

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

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

Pass 9 Sep 2013 55,323 miles

Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)

Pass 17 Oct 2011 54,442 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2011 54,433 miles

Front suspension has excessive stiffness in the suspension movement. (2.3.6b)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

Pass 12 Oct 2010 48,020 miles

Rear Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)

Fail 9 Oct 2010 48,002 miles

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

Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Front Brake disc(s) has excessive run out (3.2.A1m) DANGEROUS

Rear Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)

Pass 3 Oct 2009 37,121 miles

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

Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)

Fail 30 Sep 2009 37,074 miles

Rear Brake hose is likely to be fouled or trapped by moving parts (3.2.B2c)

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

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

Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)

Pass 7 Oct 2008 27,682 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2008 27,675 miles

Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Offside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Pass 5 Oct 2007 15,307 miles

Centre Front Lower Wheel damaged but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

How Reliable is the Yamaha 600?

Based on 965 MOT tests across 103 vehicles.

78.9%
Pass Rate
937
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
103
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 16
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 16
reflector on motorcycle missing 16
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 11
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 11
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S993 KFX is a 1998 Yamaha 600 in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

Across all 1998 Yamaha 600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.1% with a typical mileage of 44,383 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 600 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 16 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S993 KFX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha 600 typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 28 years old, this Yamaha 600 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was S993 KFX registered?

S993 KFX is a 1998 Yamaha 600, first registered on 25 August 1998.

Is S993 KFX safe to buy?

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