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L385 OMV

1994 Yamaha FZR600

Black Petrol 598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

20,688 mi
Last recorded20,688 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2025
Typical for 1994 Yamaha FZR60028,868 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL385 OMV
MakeYamaha
ModelFZR600
Year1994
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2025 20,688 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2024 20,672 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2023 20,653 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2022 20,576 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2021 20,429 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Apr 2019 20,169 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Apr 2018 20,119 miles

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

Pass 18 Apr 2017 20,104 miles

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

Pass 30 Apr 2016 20,058 miles

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

Pass 2 May 2015 20,027 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2014 19,980 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2013 19,965 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2012 19,863 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 19,746 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2011 19,732 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Pass 20 Mar 2010 19,679 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 24 Oct 2008 19,530 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2007 19,039 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2006 18,931 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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L385 OMV is a 1994 Yamaha FZR600 in Black with a 598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

Across all 1994 Yamaha FZR600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.8% with a typical mileage of 28,868 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 L385 OMV, 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 32 years old, this Yamaha FZR600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was L385 OMV registered?

L385 OMV is a 1994 Yamaha FZR600, first registered on 4 May 1994.

Is L385 OMV safe to buy?

The MOT history for L385 OMV shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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