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J9 WPH

1996 Yamaha YZF600

Yellow Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 May 2021
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

41,775 mi
Last recorded41,775 miles
Recorded on6 May 2020
Typical for 1996 Yamaha YZF60029,078 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ9 WPH
MakeYamaha
ModelYZF600
Year1996
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 May 2020 41,775 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2019 41,674 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2015 41,625 miles

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 12 Aug 2014 39,733 miles

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

Fail 12 Aug 2014 39,733 miles

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate font not substantially similar to the prescribed font (6.3.4d)

Pass 19 Aug 2013 38,150 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 13 Aug 2013 38,143 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 14 Aug 2012 36,251 miles

Clutch lever positioned so it cannot be readily operated. (6.2.1g)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 14 Aug 2012 36,251 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2011 34,074 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Fail 12 Aug 2011 34,074 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Pass 19 May 2010 33,431 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2008 32,091 miles
Pass 17 May 2007 29,504 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2006 27,802 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha YZF600?

Based on 66,153 MOT tests across 5,775 vehicles.

81.3%
Pass Rate
862
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
5,775
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,428
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 1,223
reflector on motorcycle missing 840
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 806
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 765
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J9 WPH is a 1996 Yamaha YZF600 in Yellow with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1996 Yamaha YZF600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.2% with a typical mileage of 29,078 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 YZF600 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,428 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J9 WPH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha YZF600 typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 30 years old, this Yamaha YZF600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J9 WPH registered?

J9 WPH is a 1996 Yamaha YZF600, first registered on 18 April 1996.

Is J9 WPH safe to buy?

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