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F472 RPO

1989 Yamaha FZ600

Yellow Petrol 598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Feb 2022
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

Typical for 1989 Yamaha FZ60031,627 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF472 RPO
MakeYamaha
ModelFZ600
Year1989
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc
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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2021

No lights fitted at time of test.

Fail 6 Feb 2021

Front Tyre is unsuitable (5.2.3 (a))

Rear Tyre is unsuitable (5.2.3 (a))

No lights fitted at time of test.

Pass 1 Nov 2017 40,130 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2012 39,829 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2011 39,758 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2011 39,758 miles

Clutch lever shortened so it cannot be readily operated. (6.2.1g)

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 11 Nov 2008 39,744 miles

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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F472 RPO is a 1989 Yamaha FZ600 in Yellow with a 598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 F472 RPO, 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 F472 RPO registered?

F472 RPO is a 1989 Yamaha FZ600, first registered on 25 February 1989.

Is F472 RPO safe to buy?

The MOT history for F472 RPO shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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