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M479 XVE

2003 Yamaha FZR600

Multi-colour Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Dec 2020
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

49,636 mi
Last recorded49,636 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2019
Typical for 2003 Yamaha FZR60039,946 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM479 XVE
MakeYamaha
ModelFZR600
Year2003
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2019 49,636 miles

Central Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Fail 20 May 2019 49,613 miles

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Central Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 24 Aug 2017 49,605 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 15 Jul 2016 49,339 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

front fork dust seals deteriated

Pass 15 Jul 2015 48,970 miles

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

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 22 Jul 2014 48,738 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 11 Apr 2014 48,734 miles

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

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

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Oil leak

Pass 24 May 2011 48,541 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 31 Jul 2009 48,061 miles

Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

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

Pass 2 Aug 2008 47,255 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2007 46,198 miles

Centre Front Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1b)

Pass 4 Aug 2007 46,198 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2006 45,008 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2006 44,981 miles

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

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

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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M479 XVE is a 2003 Yamaha FZR600 in Multi-colour with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2003 Yamaha FZR600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.0% with a typical mileage of 39,946 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 M479 XVE, 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 23 years old, this Yamaha FZR600 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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M479 XVE is a 2003 Yamaha FZR600, first registered on 28 May 2003.

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