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N302 MFR

1996 Yamaha FZR600

Yellow Petrol 598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Aug 2026
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

26,149 mi
Last recorded26,149 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2025
Typical for 1996 Yamaha FZR60024,842 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN302 MFR
MakeYamaha
ModelFZR600
Year1996
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2025 26,149 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 8 Aug 2025 26,146 miles

All direction indicators adversely affected by the operation of another lamp all 4 inicators (4.4.3 (b))

Central Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 30 Jul 2024 25,391 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2023 24,471 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

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

Fail 18 Jul 2023 24,471 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

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

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls Front brake light switch disconnected. (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 13 Jul 2022 22,679 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2021 22,097 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

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

Pass 23 Mar 2019 20,306 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2019 20,306 miles

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Jul 2014 18,001 miles

rear shock rusty

rear subframe rusty

swing arm rusty

Fail 14 Jul 2014 17,991 miles

Rear Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f) DANGEROUS

rear shock rusty

rear subframe rusty

swing arm rusty

Fail 15 Jul 2013 14,013 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 15 Jul 2013 14,013 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 28 May 2012 12,764 miles

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

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 30 Dec 2010 12,740 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2006 11,009 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2006 11,009 miles

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Front Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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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N302 MFR is a 1996 Yamaha FZR600 in Yellow with a 598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 N302 MFR, 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 N302 MFR registered?

N302 MFR is a 1996 Yamaha FZR600, first registered on 30 December 1996.

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