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N612 ERH

1996 Yamaha FZR600

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Nov 2023
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

40,283 mi
Last recorded40,283 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2022
Typical for 1996 Yamaha FZR60024,842 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN612 ERH
MakeYamaha
ModelFZR600
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2022 40,283 miles

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

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 26 Oct 2021 35,835 miles

Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 4 Oct 2021 35,849 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition needs baffle fitting in stubby silencer. (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 3 Oct 2020 31,212 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 3 Oct 2020 31,212 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Jul 2019 30,724 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 5 May 2018 30,591 miles

Brake component worn but not seriously reduced in strength Front brake discs (3.2.A1)

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

Fail 1 May 2018 30,589 miles

Brake pedal pivots excessively worn Rear brake pedal (3.1.3a)

Handlebar deformed Off side handlebar bent fouling fuel tank (2.1.1b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Brake component worn but not seriously reduced in strength Front brake discs (3.2.A1)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 11 Feb 2017 26,491 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2016 25,840 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2008 21,219 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 23 Mar 2007 19,002 miles

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

Pass 22 May 2006 18,330 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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N612 ERH is a 1996 Yamaha FZR600 in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 N612 ERH, 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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N612 ERH is a 1996 Yamaha FZR600, first registered on 1 March 1996.

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