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M473 SVN

1995 Yamaha FZR600

White Petrol 598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jul 2026
Tests21 (13 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate61.9%

Mileage

45,426 mi
Last recorded45,426 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2025
Typical for 1995 Yamaha FZR60027,308 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM473 SVN
MakeYamaha
ModelFZR600
Year1995
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 8 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2025 45,426 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2024 45,415 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2023 45,372 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2022 45,335 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2021 44,518 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2016 44,086 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2016 44,086 miles

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

Pass 17 Dec 2014 43,440 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2014 43,391 miles

Centre Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

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

The front brake lever action is very stiff, but the brake functions as it should

Pass 4 Nov 2013 42,612 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2013 42,612 miles

Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 19 Sep 2012 42,401 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Fail 5 Sep 2012 42,399 miles

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

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

rear tyre flat

Pass 4 Jul 2011 41,357 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 8 Jun 2010 39,209 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 8 Jun 2010 39,209 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 19 Oct 2007 39,105 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 12 Oct 2007 39,105 miles

Rear Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Fail 26 Sep 2006 36,849 miles

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

Pass 26 Sep 2006 36,849 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2006 36,847 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

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

Rear Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

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

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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M473 SVN is a 1995 Yamaha FZR600 in White with a 598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.9%.

Across all 1995 Yamaha FZR600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.3% with a typical mileage of 27,308 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 M473 SVN, 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 31 years old, this Yamaha FZR600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was M473 SVN registered?

M473 SVN is a 1995 Yamaha FZR600, first registered on 9 March 1995.

Is M473 SVN safe to buy?

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