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F229 SUC

1989 Yamaha FZ600

White Petrol 598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Aug 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

86,842 mi
Last recorded86,842 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2025
Typical for 1989 Yamaha FZ60031,627 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF229 SUC
MakeYamaha
ModelFZ600
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc
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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2025 86,842 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2024 85,010 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2023 83,517 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2022 81,870 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2021 80,421 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2020 79,916 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake clevis joint worn, but not excessively (1.1.15 (b))

Pass 18 Sep 2019 78,318 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 7 Sep 2018 75,795 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 16 Sep 2017 73,839 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 10 Sep 2016 70,964 miles

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

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

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 5 Sep 2015 64,950 miles

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

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 8 Sep 2014 58,645 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

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

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

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 28 Aug 2013 52,832 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 28 Aug 2013 52,832 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2012 46,483 miles

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

Pass 13 Sep 2011 33,656 miles

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

Fail 12 Sep 2011 33,647 miles

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

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

How Reliable is the Yamaha FZ600?

Based on 2,177 MOT tests across 391 vehicles.

78.9%
Pass Rate
635
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
391
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 63
reflector on motorcycle missing 46
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 34
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 31
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 29
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F229 SUC is a 1989 Yamaha FZ600 in White with a 598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 1989 Yamaha FZ600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.0% with a typical mileage of 31,627 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha FZ600 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 63 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F229 SUC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha FZ600 typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 37 years old, this Yamaha FZ600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was F229 SUC registered?

F229 SUC is a 1989 Yamaha FZ600, first registered on 10 July 1989.

Is F229 SUC safe to buy?

The MOT history for F229 SUC shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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