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J548 BTV

1991 Yamaha FZR600

White Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Feb 2027
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

29,859 mi
Last recorded29,859 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2026
Typical for 1991 Yamaha FZR60031,245 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ548 BTV
MakeYamaha
ModelFZR600
Year1991
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2026 29,859 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2015 28,718 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2014 27,706 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2013 26,351 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2012 25,430 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 19 Jun 2010 25,333 miles

Exhaust non standard (within limits)

Inner Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 12 Mar 2009 23,535 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 27 Oct 2007 22,083 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2007 22,083 miles

Front Brake hose is likely to be fouled or trapped by moving parts (3.2.B2c)

Pass 19 Jul 2006 21,402 miles

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

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

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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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J548 BTV is a 1991 Yamaha FZR600 in White with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 J548 BTV, 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 J548 BTV registered?

J548 BTV is a 1991 Yamaha FZR600, first registered on 16 August 1991.

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