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N81 WJM

1996 Yamaha FZR600

White Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2022
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

37,002 mi
Last recorded37,002 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2021
Typical for 1996 Yamaha FZR60024,842 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN81 WJM
MakeYamaha
ModelFZR600
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2021 37,002 miles

Horn not working properly (7.7 (a) (i))

rear disc rusty

Fail 2 Jul 2021 37,002 miles

Horn not working properly (7.7 (a) (i))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements numberplate too small (0.1 (d))

rear disc rusty

Pass 7 Feb 2018 36,212 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2017 36,170 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2017 32,682 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2017 36,166 miles

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 2 Sep 2015 36,152 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 4 Mar 2014 34,597 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 4 Mar 2014 34,597 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Horn missing (1.7.1)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 6 Mar 2013 30,319 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 6 Mar 2013 30,319 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2007 28,985 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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N81 WJM is a 1996 Yamaha FZR600 in White with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 N81 WJM, 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 N81 WJM registered?

N81 WJM is a 1996 Yamaha FZR600, first registered on 26 January 1996.

Is N81 WJM safe to buy?

The MOT history for N81 WJM shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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