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N425 JGN

1996 Yamaha FZR600

Red Petrol 598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Nov 2011
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

44,177 mi
Last recorded44,177 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2010
Typical for 1996 Yamaha FZR60024,842 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN425 JGN
MakeYamaha
ModelFZR600
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2010 44,177 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2010 44,157 miles

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

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Offside Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 6 Oct 2009 37,065 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2009 37,065 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 25 Oct 2008 31,292 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2008 31,284 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 24 Oct 2007 27,415 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2006 24,266 miles
Pass 12 May 2006 24,178 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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N425 JGN is a 1996 Yamaha FZR600 in Red with a 598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 N425 JGN, 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 N425 JGN registered?

N425 JGN is a 1996 Yamaha FZR600, first registered on 27 January 1996.

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