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N389 TJS

1996 Yamaha FZR600

White Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Apr 2027
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

27,008 mi
Last recorded27,008 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2026
Typical for 1996 Yamaha FZR60024,842 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN389 TJS
MakeYamaha
ModelFZR600
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2026 27,008 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2024 26,980 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2023 26,904 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2023 26,893 miles

Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Sep 2022 26,863 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2021 26,712 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2020 26,599 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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N389 TJS is a 1996 Yamaha FZR600 in White with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 N389 TJS, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N389 TJS registered?

N389 TJS is a 1996 Yamaha FZR600, first registered on 1 January 1996.

Is N389 TJS safe to buy?

The MOT history for N389 TJS shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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