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L64 UVG

1996 Yamaha FZR600

Black Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Feb 2025
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

12 mi
Last recorded12 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2024
Typical for 1996 Yamaha FZR60024,842 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL64 UVG
MakeYamaha
ModelFZR600
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2024 12 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2024 12 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released control brake 1 (front brake lever switch) (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Nov 2020

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

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

Fail 14 Nov 2020

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

Front Headlamp aim too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))

Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Fail 26 May 2012 62,271 miles

Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Front wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.3.5a)

Pass 26 May 2012 62,271 miles

Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 19 Apr 2011 62,136 miles

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

Fail 7 Apr 2011 62,126 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Mar 2010 61,465 miles

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

Fail 12 Mar 2010 61,465 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Mar 2009 58,356 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2008 55,932 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2007 51,576 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Nail in front tyre

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 16 Mar 2007 51,576 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Nail in front tyre

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 22 Mar 2006 47,040 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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L64 UVG is a 1996 Yamaha FZR600 in Black with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1996 Yamaha FZR600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.1% with a typical mileage of 24,842 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 L64 UVG, 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 30 years old, this Yamaha FZR600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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L64 UVG is a 1996 Yamaha FZR600, first registered on 23 August 1996.

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