CarVerify

Free Car Check

N228 DAG

1995 Yamaha FZR600

Multi-colour Petrol 599cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jul 2017
Tests16 (9 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate56.3%

Mileage

53,991 mi
Last recorded53,991 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2016
Typical for 1995 Yamaha FZR60027,308 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Yamaha
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationN228 DAG
MakeYamaha
ModelFZR600
Year1995
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

9 pass 7 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2016 53,991 miles

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

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

Fail 8 Jul 2016 53,969 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Front Brake pipe union leaking fluid union on brake caliper leaking under pressure (3.2.B4) DANGEROUS

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

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

Pass 10 Jul 2015 52,966 miles

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

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

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

Fail 3 Jul 2015 52,960 miles

Rear suspension component excessively corroded. (2.4.A.1a) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 3 Jun 2013 46,645 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2013 46,645 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 15 May 2012 46,252 miles

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

Fail 15 May 2012 46,252 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Pass 24 Feb 2011 43,742 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2010 38,652 miles

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

Pass 16 Feb 2009 36,216 miles

Offside Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

o/s headlamp temporarily masked to conform to uk spec

Fail 16 Feb 2009 36,216 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Offside Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

o/s headlamp temporarily masked to conform to uk spec

Pass 26 Feb 2008 33,506 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2008 33,506 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

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

Pass 19 Dec 2006 32,524 miles

R/H handle bar bent

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

Fail 14 Dec 2006 32,521 miles

Brake component has restricted free movement and operation is likely to be impeded (3.2.A1h)

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

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
Full Yamaha FZR600 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

N228 DAG is a 1995 Yamaha FZR600 in Multi-colour with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 56.3%.

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 N228 DAG, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of N228 DAG?

You can check the full history of N228 DAG by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was N228 DAG registered?

N228 DAG is a 1995 Yamaha FZR600, first registered on 3 September 1995.

Is N228 DAG safe to buy?

The MOT history for N228 DAG shows 16 tests with a 56.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does N228 DAG have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on N228 DAG. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.