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D232 APL

1987 Yamaha FZ600

White Petrol 598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jan 2027
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

27,653 mi
Last recorded27,653 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2026
Typical for 1987 Yamaha FZ60029,833 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD232 APL
MakeYamaha
ModelFZ600
Year1987
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc
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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2026 27,653 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2023 26,124 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 20 Oct 2022 23,723 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 25 Oct 2021 21,329 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 14 Oct 2020 20,109 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 14 Oct 2020 20,109 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced 50% (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 21 Oct 2019 18,101 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 29 Oct 2018 15,905 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2018 15,905 miles

Front Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Oct 2017 14,085 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 17 Oct 2017 14,085 miles

Brake pedal mounting insecure (3.1.2a)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 21 Oct 2016 13,089 miles

front brake slightly binding

Fail 21 Oct 2016 13,089 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride tie bar bolt loose (6.2.1h)

Rear suspension movement is excessively stiff (2.4.A.3b)

Steering movement excessively rough with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

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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D232 APL is a 1987 Yamaha FZ600 in White with a 598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 1987 Yamaha FZ600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.7% with a typical mileage of 29,833 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 D232 APL, 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 39 years old, this Yamaha FZ600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was D232 APL registered?

D232 APL is a 1987 Yamaha FZ600, first registered on 25 April 1987.

Is D232 APL safe to buy?

The MOT history for D232 APL shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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