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D272 GAV

1997 Yamaha FZ600

Blue Petrol 598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2010
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

48,448 mi
Last recorded48,448 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2009
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD272 GAV
MakeYamaha
ModelFZ600
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2009 48,448 miles

Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 28 Aug 2008 48,448 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2008 48,448 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Brake lever is damaged but the brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 30 Jun 2007 48,034 miles
Pass 20 May 2006 44,074 miles

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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D272 GAV is a 1997 Yamaha FZ600 in Blue with a 598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 D272 GAV, 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 29 years old, this Yamaha FZ600 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was D272 GAV registered?

D272 GAV is a 1997 Yamaha FZ600, first registered on 13 August 1997.

Is D272 GAV safe to buy?

The MOT history for D272 GAV shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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