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N197 KRH

1996 Yamaha FZR600

Multi-colour Petrol 598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Feb 2025
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

16,744 mi
Last recorded16,744 miles
Recorded on22 Feb 2024
Typical for 1996 Yamaha FZR60024,842 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN197 KRH
MakeYamaha
ModelFZR600
Year1996
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Feb 2024 16,744 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Footrest slightly loose (6.2.12 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

tank cover insecure

Fail 13 Feb 2024 16,744 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Footrest slightly loose (6.2.12 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

tank cover insecure

Pass 27 Jun 2009 16,741 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2008 16,717 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2007 16,710 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2006 16,391 miles

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

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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N197 KRH is a 1996 Yamaha FZR600 in Multi-colour with a 598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 N197 KRH, 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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N197 KRH is a 1996 Yamaha FZR600, first registered on 30 December 1996.

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