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J637 AYG

1991 Yamaha FZR600

White Petrol 598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Mar 2026
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

34,928 mi
Last recorded34,928 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2025
Typical for 1991 Yamaha FZR60031,245 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ637 AYG
MakeYamaha
ModelFZR600
Year1991
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2025 34,928 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2021 34,687 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 25 Nov 2020 34,687 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator likely to become detached (4.4.1 (c) (ii))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 3 May 2019 33,733 miles
Fail 3 May 2019 33,733 miles

Fuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Jun 2014 33,673 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 25 Apr 2013 30,346 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 25 Apr 2013 30,346 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2012 28,765 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 21 May 2011 27,374 miles
Fail 13 May 2011 27,374 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 7 Nov 2009 27,220 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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J637 AYG is a 1991 Yamaha FZR600 in White with a 598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 J637 AYG, 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 J637 AYG registered?

J637 AYG is a 1991 Yamaha FZR600, first registered on 6 August 1991.

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