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N42 LEX

1996 Yamaha FZR600

Red Petrol 598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2010
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

35,523 mi
Last recorded35,523 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2009
Typical for 1996 Yamaha FZR60024,842 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN42 LEX
MakeYamaha
ModelFZR600
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2009 35,523 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2008 33,899 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2008 33,896 miles

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Pass 23 Jun 2007 30,071 miles

Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Pass 28 Jun 2006 28,135 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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N42 LEX is a 1996 Yamaha FZR600 in Red with a 598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 N42 LEX, 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 N42 LEX registered?

N42 LEX is a 1996 Yamaha FZR600, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is N42 LEX safe to buy?

The MOT history for N42 LEX shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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