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B596 WES

1996 Yamaha FZR1000R

Silver Petrol 1002cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2025
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

12,596 mi
Last recorded12,596 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2024
Typical for 1996 Yamaha FZR1000R25,302 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB596 WES
MakeYamaha
ModelFZR1000R
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,002cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 29 Aug 2024 12,596 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2023 12,584 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2022 12,566 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2021 12,555 miles
Pass 31 May 2019 12,498 miles
Pass 14 May 2018 12,429 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2015 12,373 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2014 12,357 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2013 12,335 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 12,328 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2009 12,270 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2008 12,252 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2007 12,239 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2006 12,131 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha FZR1000R?

Based on 2,803 MOT tests across 422 vehicles.

81.5%
Pass Rate
396
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
422
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 57
reflector on motorcycle missing 53
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 40
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 29
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 26
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B596 WES is a 1996 Yamaha FZR1000R in Silver with a 1,002cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1996 Yamaha FZR1000R models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.4% with a typical mileage of 25,302 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha FZR1000R fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 57 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B596 WES, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha FZR1000R typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 30 years old, this Yamaha FZR1000R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was B596 WES registered?

B596 WES is a 1996 Yamaha FZR1000R, first registered on 9 August 1996.

Is B596 WES safe to buy?

The MOT history for B596 WES shows 14 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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