1998 Yamaha 600 MOT Pass Rate
Pass rate for 600 models manufactured in 1998, based on 42 real MOT test results.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
1998 Yamaha 600 MOT Analysis
The 1998 Yamaha 600 has an MOT pass rate of 64.3% based on 42 tests — around the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 46,119 miles on the odometer. With a 35.7% failure rate, the 1998 600 is rated as "Average" for MOT reliability.
The leading cause of MOT failure for the 1998 Yamaha 600 is Motorcycle lighting and signalling, responsible for 7.1% of failures. Motorcycle lighting and signalling issues are a common cause of MOT failure. Regular inspection and maintenance of these components helps ensure your vehicle passes its MOT. Typical repair costs range from £100–400. Motorcycle fuel and exhaust is the second most common issue at 4.8%. Motorcycle lamps and reflectors follows at 4.8%.
Top failures specific to 1998 models only. The overall 600 page may show different rankings.
What Fails Most
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Motorcycle Lighting And Signalling | 7.1% | 3 |
| 2 | Motorcycle Fuel And Exhaust | 4.8% | 2 |
| 3 | Motorcycle Lamps And Reflectors | 4.8% | 2 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 46,119 miFor every 10,000 miles driven, this shows what percentage of MOT tests fail for each category. This accounts for how far cars are actually driven, not just raw pass/fail counts.
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| Category | Rate / 10K mi | Raw % | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| Motorcycle lighting and signalling | 1.55 | 7.1% | 3 |
| Motorcycle fuel and exhaust | 1.03 | 4.8% | 2 |
| Motorcycle lamps and reflectors | 1.03 | 4.8% | 2 |
Mileage Statistics
Mileage-adjusted failure rate — accounts for how much this model year is typically driven.
About This Data
The 1998 Yamaha 600 has an MOT pass rate of 64.3% based on 42 tests — around the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 46,119 miles on the odometer. With a 35.7% failure rate, the 1998 600 is rated as "Average" for MOT reliability.
If you own or are considering buying a 1998 Yamaha 600, budget for potential repairs before each MOT. Before your MOT, pay particular attention to motorcycle lighting and signalling: Have this system checked during regular servicing. Look for warning signs like unusual noises, vibrations, or dashboard warning lights. With relatively low average mileage of 46,119 miles, many of these vehicles are still in good mechanical condition.
Motorcycle lighting and signalling — 7.1% of failures
Motorcycle lighting and signalling issues account for 7.1% of MOT failures on 1998 Yamaha 600 models. Motorcycle lighting and signalling issues are a common cause of MOT failure. Regular inspection and maintenance of these components helps ensure your vehicle passes its MOT. Typical repair costs: £100–400. Pre-MOT check: Have this system checked during regular servicing. Look for warning signs like unusual noises, vibrations, or dashboard warning lights.
Motorcycle fuel and exhaust — 4.8% of failures
Motorcycle fuel and exhaust issues account for 4.8% of MOT failures on 1998 Yamaha 600 models. Motorcycle fuel and exhaust issues are a common cause of MOT failure. Regular inspection and maintenance of these components helps ensure your vehicle passes its MOT. Typical repair costs: £100–400. Pre-MOT check: Have this system checked during regular servicing. Look for warning signs like unusual noises, vibrations, or dashboard warning lights.
Motorcycle lamps and reflectors — 4.8% of failures
Motorcycle lamps and reflectors issues account for 4.8% of MOT failures on 1998 Yamaha 600 models. Lighting failures cover all external lights: headlights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, fog lights, and reflectors. A single blown bulb will cause an MOT fail. This is one of the most preventable failure categories. Typical repair costs: £5–50. Pre-MOT check: Walk around the car and check every light — headlights (dipped and main beam), side lights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, hazard lights, reverse light, rear fog light, and number plate lights. Replace any blown bulbs before the test.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.