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L731 APH

1997 Yamaha FZR600

Multi-colour Petrol 598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2018
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

30,202 mi
Last recorded30,202 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2017
Typical for 1997 Yamaha FZR60027,107 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL731 APH
MakeYamaha
ModelFZR600
Year1997
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2017 30,202 miles

Front Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

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

Pass 15 Jun 2016 29,164 miles

front tyre low tread 1.6

Fail 14 Jun 2016 29,146 miles

Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

front tyre low tread 1.6

Pass 13 Jun 2015 28,681 miles

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

oil leak on engine

Pass 16 Aug 2013 27,692 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Fail 14 Aug 2013 27,668 miles

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Pass 24 Aug 2012 24,954 miles

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Fail 15 Aug 2012 24,949 miles

Offside Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Offside Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Rear Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)

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

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Pass 23 Jun 2010 24,427 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Pass 13 Jun 2007 24,177 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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L731 APH is a 1997 Yamaha FZR600 in Multi-colour with a 598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1997 Yamaha FZR600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.6% with a typical mileage of 27,107 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 L731 APH, 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 29 years old, this Yamaha FZR600 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was L731 APH registered?

L731 APH is a 1997 Yamaha FZR600, first registered on 11 February 1997.

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