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L157 UUY

1993 Yamaha FZR600

Black Petrol 598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Apr 2017
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

7,841 mi
Last recorded7,841 miles
Recorded on5 Apr 2016
Typical for 1993 Yamaha FZR60028,428 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL157 UUY
MakeYamaha
ModelFZR600
Year1993
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Apr 2016 7,841 miles

headlamp paterns poor

horn tone a bit harsh

Pass 7 Apr 2015 6,005 miles

drive chain link slightly damaged

Pass 21 May 2014 5,995 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2012 5,821 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 29 Jun 2012 15,650 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b) DANGEROUS

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Apr 2009 14,653 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2008 11,833 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2008 11,833 miles

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

Fail 22 Mar 2008 11,832 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

An item not tested (Manual)

Brake lever attachment screws loose (3.1.2b)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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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L157 UUY is a 1993 Yamaha FZR600 in Black with a 598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 L157 UUY, 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 L157 UUY registered?

L157 UUY is a 1993 Yamaha FZR600, first registered on 14 September 1993.

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