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H551 BVK

1991 Yamaha FZR600

White Petrol 598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2013
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

35,652 mi
Last recorded35,652 miles
Recorded on18 May 2012
Typical for 1991 Yamaha FZR60031,245 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH551 BVK
MakeYamaha
ModelFZR600
Year1991
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc
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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 May 2012 35,652 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 15 Mar 2010 31,645 miles

n/s and o/s fairings showing signs of accident damage

Fail 11 Mar 2010 31,623 miles

Offside Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Offside Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

n/s and o/s fairings showing signs of accident damage

Pass 19 Mar 2009 29,934 miles

Nearside Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

bleed nipple broke on rear caliper

brake pivot slightly worn

Pass 6 Mar 2008 27,419 miles

Centre Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

n/s/r chaim adjuster broken

Fail 5 Mar 2008 27,419 miles

Nearside Rear Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e) DANGEROUS

Offside Footrest missing (6.2.1a) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h) DANGEROUS

Centre Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

n/s/r chaim adjuster broken

Fail 29 Jul 2006 26,348 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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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H551 BVK is a 1991 Yamaha FZR600 in White with a 598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 H551 BVK, 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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What year was H551 BVK registered?

H551 BVK is a 1991 Yamaha FZR600, first registered on 4 January 1991.

Is H551 BVK safe to buy?

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