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H284 DCR

1991 Yamaha FZR600

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

51,491 mi
Last recorded51,491 miles
Recorded on27 May 2025
Typical for 1991 Yamaha FZR60031,245 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH284 DCR
MakeYamaha
ModelFZR600
Year1991
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 May 2025 51,491 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

non standard exhaust

Pass 29 Apr 2024 43,925 miles

Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 19 May 2023 43,042 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2022 42,573 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 24 Apr 2021 42,055 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2020 41,533 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2019 40,989 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 24 Feb 2018 40,461 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2017 39,914 miles

Offside Rear Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Offside Rear Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 18 Feb 2016 39,235 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Pass 16 Feb 2015 38,121 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2014 36,911 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2011 36,767 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Upper Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 21 May 2010 36,628 miles
Pass 29 May 2009 35,924 miles
Fail 29 May 2009 35,924 miles

Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.2.B2a)

Fail 26 May 2009 35,921 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Pass 18 Apr 2008 33,948 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2007 32,449 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 25 Apr 2007 32,449 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

Pass 26 Aug 2005 29,796 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha FZR600?

Based on 14,305 MOT tests across 2,032 vehicles.

77.3%
Pass Rate
577
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
2,032
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 427
reflector on motorcycle missing 301
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 284
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 199
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 177
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H284 DCR is a 1991 Yamaha FZR600 in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1991 Yamaha FZR600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.3% with a typical mileage of 31,245 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha FZR600 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 427 recorded failures. If you're considering buying H284 DCR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha FZR600 typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 35 years old, this Yamaha FZR600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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H284 DCR is a 1991 Yamaha FZR600, first registered on 18 March 1991.

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