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J472 HMV

1998 Yamaha FZR600

White Petrol 598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2012
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

40,896 mi
Last recorded40,896 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2011
Typical for 1998 Yamaha FZR60026,330 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ472 HMV
MakeYamaha
ModelFZR600
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 1 Nov 2011 40,896 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 15 Apr 2009 44,628 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2008 42,923 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2006 42,046 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

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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J472 HMV is a 1998 Yamaha FZR600 in White with a 598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1998 Yamaha FZR600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.7% with a typical mileage of 26,330 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 J472 HMV, 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 28 years old, this Yamaha FZR600 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was J472 HMV registered?

J472 HMV is a 1998 Yamaha FZR600, first registered on 21 April 1998.

Is J472 HMV safe to buy?

The MOT history for J472 HMV shows 4 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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