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N185 JWX

1996 Yamaha FZR600

White Petrol 598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jun 2027
Tests28 (20 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

28,363 mi
Last recorded28,363 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2026
Typical for 1996 Yamaha FZR60024,842 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN185 JWX
MakeYamaha
ModelFZR600
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc

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MOT History

20 pass 8 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2026 28,363 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2025 28,018 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2024 27,698 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2023 27,245 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2022 26,552 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2021 26,137 miles

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

Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear rising link (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Apr 2020 25,487 miles

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rising link pivot worn slightly (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Jan 2019 25,063 miles

Suspension ball joint worn, but not excessively Rear rising link lower bush worn slightly (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 14 Jan 2019 25,063 miles

Horn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))

Suspension ball joint worn, but not excessively Rear rising link lower bush worn slightly (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Jan 2018 24,733 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2018 24,733 miles

Offside Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 23 Sep 2016 24,525 miles

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

Pass 25 Aug 2015 23,733 miles

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

Fail 25 Aug 2015 23,733 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 12 Aug 2014 23,499 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2014 23,499 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 20 Aug 2013 23,053 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2013 23,035 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 30 Jul 2012 22,468 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2012 22,468 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 21 Jul 2011 21,663 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 21 Jul 2011 21,663 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 15 Apr 2010 19,511 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2010 19,511 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Pass 14 Apr 2009 18,657 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2008 17,756 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2007 16,440 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2006 15,155 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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N185 JWX is a 1996 Yamaha FZR600 in White with a 598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 N185 JWX, 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 N185 JWX registered?

N185 JWX is a 1996 Yamaha FZR600, first registered on 9 March 1996.

Is N185 JWX safe to buy?

The MOT history for N185 JWX shows 28 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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