1998 Yamaha YZF600 0.6L Petrol · R504 CBP

The vehicle shows a stable maintenance profile with no recorded defects in the most recent tests. The August 2022 MOT at 38,885 miles passed without any advisories or failures, mirroring the clean result from the June 2021 test at 38,406 miles. This recent history suggests the motorcycle has been kept in a roadworthy condition during its most recent period of use, following a period of minor mechanical corrections in 2017. The recorded mileage of 38,885 over 28 years indicates very low annual usage, averaging approximately 1,389 miles per year. The data shows significant periods of inactivity, such as the four-year gap between the June 2021 and August 2022 tests, and the two-year gap between 2017 and 2021. While low mileage reduces drivetrain wear, these long intervals of standing can lead to degradation of rubber components, seals, and fluids that may not be immediately apparent through MOT results alone. A prospective buyer should focus inspections on the suspension and lighting systems. The record shows a history of damping issues, specifically a reduced damping effect on the rear shock absorber in 2007 and 2008, and light misting on the nearside front shock absorber stanchion in 2013. Although these issues do not appear in the most recent passes, the age of the seals makes them a primary area for physical inspection. The 2017 failure regarding a faulty headlamp switch and the 2010 failure for headlamp aim suggest that electrical connections and lighting alignment should be verified. The history also reveals a pattern of neglecting tyre tread depth, with failures recorded in 2006 and 2010. While the recent records are clean, the low mileage and long periods of storage mean the age of the tyres is more critical than the remaining tread. Check the manufacture date on the sidewalls to ensure the rubber has not perished or become excessively hard from sitting idle.