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M838 DBX

2002 Yamaha FZR600

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Apr 2026
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

60,366 mi
Last recorded60,366 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2025
Typical for 2002 Yamaha FZR60017,976 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM838 DBX
MakeYamaha
ModelFZR600
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2025 60,366 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2022 60,254 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2020 58,879 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2019 57,417 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 4 May 2018 56,055 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2015 55,844 miles

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

Pass 20 Mar 2014 55,527 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2014 55,527 miles

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

Pass 14 Jun 2012 54,124 miles

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

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

Fail 14 Jun 2012 54,124 miles

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

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 6 Jun 2011 53,054 miles

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

Fail 6 Jun 2011 53,054 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Pass 15 Jun 2010 52,477 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2010 52,477 miles

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

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

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

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 31 Mar 2008 51,699 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2008 51,699 miles

Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.6)

Pass 26 Apr 2007 49,206 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2006 45,682 miles

Nearside Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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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M838 DBX is a 2002 Yamaha FZR600 in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

Across all 2002 Yamaha FZR600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.6% with a typical mileage of 17,976 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 M838 DBX, 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 24 years old, this Yamaha FZR600 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was M838 DBX registered?

M838 DBX is a 2002 Yamaha FZR600, first registered on 17 April 2002.

Is M838 DBX safe to buy?

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