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Y198 TGN

2001 Yamaha FZS600

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2009
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

33,211 mi
Last recorded33,211 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2008
Typical for 2001 Yamaha FZS60021,179 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY198 TGN
MakeYamaha
ModelFZS600
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 11 Jun 2008 33,211 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2007 25,723 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

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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Y198 TGN is a 2001 Yamaha FZS600 in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2001 Yamaha FZS600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.7% with a typical mileage of 21,179 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 Y198 TGN, 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 25 years old, this Yamaha FZS600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was Y198 TGN registered?

Y198 TGN is a 2001 Yamaha FZS600, first registered on 18 May 2001.

Is Y198 TGN safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y198 TGN shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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