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N57 WSS

1996 Yamaha YZF600

Blue Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jul 2022
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

Typical for 1996 Yamaha YZF60029,078 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN57 WSS
MakeYamaha
ModelYZF600
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2021
Pass 2 Oct 2019

no speedo fitted

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil fork seal (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 25 Aug 2015 51,426 miles
Pass 5 May 2011 49,179 miles
Pass 4 May 2010 46,495 miles

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

Fail 4 May 2010 46,495 miles

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 4 May 2009 42,061 miles
Fail 2 May 2009 42,061 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 30 Apr 2008 39,873 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Fail 3 May 2007 37,374 miles

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 3 May 2007 37,374 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2007 37,359 miles

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

Front Wheel has an excessively distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) has excessive run out (3.2.A1m)

Both handlebar grips loose on handlebar and throttle tube. Advise application of adhesive.

Left handlebar slightly bent but not excessive

Pass 21 Apr 2006 30,713 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha YZF600?

Based on 66,153 MOT tests across 5,775 vehicles.

81.3%
Pass Rate
862
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
5,775
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,428
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 1,223
reflector on motorcycle missing 840
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 806
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 765
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N57 WSS is a 1996 Yamaha YZF600 in Blue with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 1996 Yamaha YZF600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.2% with a typical mileage of 29,078 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 YZF600 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,428 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N57 WSS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha YZF600 typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 30 years old, this Yamaha YZF600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was N57 WSS registered?

N57 WSS is a 1996 Yamaha YZF600, first registered on 18 April 1996.

Is N57 WSS safe to buy?

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