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V42 VKE

1999 Yamaha Fazer

Gold Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2017
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

22,160 mi
Last recorded22,160 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2016
Typical for 1999 Yamaha Fazer36,078 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV42 VKE
MakeYamaha
ModelFazer
Year1999
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2016 22,160 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2016 22,160 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

Pass 21 May 2015 20,833 miles
Pass 27 May 2014 19,863 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha Fazer?

Based on 6,079 MOT tests across 580 vehicles.

86.1%
Pass Rate
1,106
Miles/Year
40
Year Lifespan
580
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 80
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 37
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 37
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside 36
Drive chain excessively loose 21
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V42 VKE is a 1999 Yamaha Fazer in Gold with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1999 Yamaha Fazer models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.0% with a typical mileage of 36,078 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 Fazer fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 80 recorded failures. If you're considering buying V42 VKE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Fazer typically stays on UK roads for around 40 years. At 27 years old, this Yamaha Fazer is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was V42 VKE registered?

V42 VKE is a 1999 Yamaha Fazer, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is V42 VKE safe to buy?

The MOT history for V42 VKE 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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