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N168 EKW

1996 Yamaha YZF600

Blue Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jul 2007
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

20,365 mi
Last recorded20,365 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2006
Typical for 1996 Yamaha YZF60029,078 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN168 EKW
MakeYamaha
ModelYZF600
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 19 Jul 2006 20,365 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2005 20,275 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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N168 EKW is a 1996 Yamaha YZF600 in Blue with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 N168 EKW, 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 N168 EKW registered?

N168 EKW is a 1996 Yamaha YZF600, first registered on 21 May 1996.

Is N168 EKW safe to buy?

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