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1998 YAMAHA YZF 600 R0.6L PETROL

R472 OGN

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Considering this 1998 YAMAHA YZF 600 R? It's a PETROL with a 599cc engine showing unavailable miles. MOT is not recorded and it's not currently taxed. View the full DVLA history below.

MOT
Expired
Expires 26/05/2010
Tax
SORN
Statutory Off Road Notification
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Fuel
PETROL
Year
1998
Engine
599cc
Expert AI · Mechanic's Insight
The roadworthiness of this motorcycle appears stable based on the final records, though the history indicates a pattern of reactive maintenance. The most recent recorded test in May 2009 at 30,128 miles resulted in a pass despite advisories for a rear tyre worn to the legal limit, a loose drive chain, and slight run out on the rear brake disc. While the vehicle passed, the recurring nature of mechanical defects suggests that components were addressed only upon failure rather than through preventative servicing. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a vehicle of this age, averaging approximately 1,076 miles per year over nearly twenty-eight years. There is a significant gap in recorded data between 2009 and the present day, during which the mileage has not increased beyond the 30,128 miles noted in the May 2009 test test. This low usage suggests the motorcycle may have sat for long periods, which can lead to the degradation of rubber-based components such as seals, hoses, and tyres irrespective of the lowjor reading. A prospective buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the steering and drivetrain systems, as the 2008 failure highlighted excessive free play in the front steering headbearing. The consistent adviser for a loose drive chain across nearly every test from 2006 to 2009 indicates a need to check the chain's tension, way wear, and swingarm alignment. Additionally, the exhaust system showed a history of leaking between 2006 and 2008, requiring a close look for structural corrosion or internal cracks. The rear enough disc should also be evaluated for the slight run out mentioned in the final test to ensure braking performance remains consistent and safe.

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40
/ 100 · Below Average

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✗ MOT Expired or Failed
! Tax Status Unknown
! No MOT history found
! Older vehicle
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Finance
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Write-off
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Salvage
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Scrapped
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Destruction
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MOT Status

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