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N891 BSX

1996 Yamaha YZF600

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2024
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

49,002 mi
Last recorded49,002 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2023
Typical for 1996 Yamaha YZF60029,078 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN891 BSX
MakeYamaha
ModelYZF600
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc
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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2023 49,002 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2022 48,917 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2021 48,703 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Fail 31 Aug 2021 48,703 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

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

Pass 6 Jun 2019 48,620 miles

Front Forks slightly corroded (2.2.2 (d) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 6 Jun 2019 48,620 miles

Front Forks slightly corroded (2.2.2 (d) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

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

Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Jul 2014 47,592 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Feb 2012 44,794 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2010 41,618 miles

Headlamp slightly discoloured (1.2.1)

Pass 27 Nov 2009 29,636 miles

Headlamp slightly discoloured (1.2.1)

Pass 4 Dec 2008 27,789 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2008 27,781 miles

Front Brake disc(s) securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1g)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Fail 2 Aug 2007 27,764 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Offside Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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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N891 BSX is a 1996 Yamaha YZF600 in Black 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 N891 BSX, 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 N891 BSX registered?

N891 BSX is a 1996 Yamaha YZF600, first registered on 12 April 1996.

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