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M873 XSC

1996 Yamaha FZR600

Multi-colour Petrol 598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2012
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

14,113 mi
Last recorded14,113 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2011
Typical for 1996 Yamaha FZR60024,842 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM873 XSC
MakeYamaha
ModelFZR600
Year1996
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2011 14,113 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2011 14,111 miles

Offside Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (3.2.B3a)

slight bind on front wheel

Pass 17 Jul 2009 13,707 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2008 12,231 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2008 12,231 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Pass 11 Jul 2007 11,878 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2007 11,878 miles

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

Pass 8 Jul 2006 9,132 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Jul 2005 6,893 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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M873 XSC is a 1996 Yamaha FZR600 in Multi-colour with a 598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 M873 XSC, 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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What year was M873 XSC registered?

M873 XSC is a 1996 Yamaha FZR600, first registered on 23 October 1996.

Is M873 XSC safe to buy?

The MOT history for M873 XSC shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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