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K229 TNX

1993 Yamaha FZR600

White Petrol 598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Mar 2027
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

26,277 mi
Last recorded26,277 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2026
Typical for 1993 Yamaha FZR60028,428 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK229 TNX
MakeYamaha
ModelFZR600
Year1993
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2026 26,277 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 25 Jun 2018 26,172 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2018 26,172 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 31 May 2017 25,425 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Lower Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Rear Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey silencer to link pipe retainers missing (7.1.1b)

Rear brake reduced reserve travel

light switch very intermittent fault

Fail 31 May 2017 25,425 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Lower Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Rear Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey silencer to link pipe retainers missing (7.1.1b)

Rear brake reduced reserve travel

Pass 9 May 2016 23,815 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2012 22,159 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2012 22,149 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Rear Direction indicator missing (1.5.1a)

Rear Plate brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.B1a)

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

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 4 Jun 2011 20,349 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2011 20,282 miles

Front Front suspension has excessive stiffness in the suspension movement. (2.3.6b)

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Nearside Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 15 Jun 2010 18,934 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2006 18,020 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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K229 TNX is a 1993 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 1993 Yamaha FZR600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.8% with a typical mileage of 28,428 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 K229 TNX, 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 33 years old, this Yamaha FZR600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was K229 TNX registered?

K229 TNX is a 1993 Yamaha FZR600, first registered on 27 February 1993.

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