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N121 EKM

1996 Yamaha YZF600

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2021
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

35,944 mi
Last recorded35,944 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2020
Typical for 1996 Yamaha YZF60029,078 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN121 EKM
MakeYamaha
ModelYZF600
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2020 35,944 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

chain requires lubrication

f discs worn

slight oil leak

Fail 24 Nov 2020 35,943 miles

Rear Brake caliper insecure bolt missing (1.1.16 (c) (i))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

chain requires lubrication

f discs worn

slight oil leak

Pass 11 Sep 2019 33,226 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

chain requires lub and adjustment/replace

speedo not lighting up

Pass 4 Sep 2018 30,509 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2017 30,183 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 4 Mar 2017 30,183 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)

Pass 31 Mar 2016 29,771 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2013 29,464 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2012 29,420 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 16 Apr 2011 25,602 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2009 25,383 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2007 22,914 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2006 22,026 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha YZF600?

Based on 66,153 MOT tests across 5,775 vehicles.

81.3%
Pass Rate
862
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
5,775
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,428
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 1,223
reflector on motorcycle missing 840
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 806
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 765
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N121 EKM is a 1996 Yamaha YZF600 in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 1996 Yamaha YZF600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.2% with a typical mileage of 29,078 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha YZF600 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,428 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N121 EKM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha YZF600 typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 30 years old, this Yamaha YZF600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was N121 EKM registered?

N121 EKM is a 1996 Yamaha YZF600, first registered on 20 June 1996.

Is N121 EKM safe to buy?

The MOT history for N121 EKM shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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