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M989 EPN

1995 Yamaha FZR600

Black Petrol 598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Oct 2020
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

57,386 mi
Last recorded57,386 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2019
Typical for 1995 Yamaha FZR60027,308 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM989 EPN
MakeYamaha
ModelFZR600
Year1995
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2019 57,386 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 16 Jun 2017 53,550 miles

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

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

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

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 16 Jun 2016 46,870 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

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

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 10 Jun 2015 42,690 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 30 May 2014 40,288 miles

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

Offside Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

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

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

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

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 1 Jun 2013 37,701 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

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

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

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

Pass 1 Jun 2013 37,701 miles

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

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

Fail 24 May 2012 34,430 miles

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

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Pass 24 May 2012 34,430 miles

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

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

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

Pass 6 Jun 2011 31,985 miles

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

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

Fail 6 Jun 2011 31,985 miles

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

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

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

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 15 Jun 2010 29,019 miles

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

Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Fail 28 Aug 2008 28,916 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

rear silencer markings removed not excessivly noisy

Pass 28 Aug 2008 28,916 miles

rear silencer markings removed not excessivly noisy

Pass 10 Sep 2007 27,838 miles

slight bind on front brakes

Pass 7 Jul 2006 27,437 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2005 26,813 miles

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

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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M989 EPN is a 1995 Yamaha FZR600 in Black with a 598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 M989 EPN, 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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M989 EPN is a 1995 Yamaha FZR600, first registered on 10 May 1995.

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