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Y298 WTL

2001 Yamaha YZF600

Blue Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2017
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

9,305 mi
Last recorded9,305 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2016
Typical for 2001 Yamaha YZF60019,218 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY298 WTL
MakeYamaha
ModelYZF600
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2016 9,305 miles

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 18 Jul 2015 9,268 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 5 Jul 2014 9,065 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2013 8,933 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2012 8,789 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2011 8,262 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 6 Feb 2010 7,387 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 6 Feb 2010 7,387 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2009 6,463 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2007 6,459 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2006 6,041 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2006 6,040 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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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Y298 WTL is a 2001 Yamaha YZF600 in Blue with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2001 Yamaha YZF600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.1% with a typical mileage of 19,218 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 Y298 WTL, 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 25 years old, this Yamaha YZF600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was Y298 WTL registered?

Y298 WTL is a 2001 Yamaha YZF600, first registered on 14 July 2001.

Is Y298 WTL safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y298 WTL shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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