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P282 CTT

1997 Yamaha FZR600

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2024
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

39,754 mi
Last recorded39,754 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2023
Typical for 1997 Yamaha FZR60027,107 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP282 CTT
MakeYamaha
ModelFZR600
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2023 39,754 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Front Wheel Bearings slightly rough

Rear Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Swing-Arm (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 23 Sep 2021 38,496 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 16 Jul 2020 37,058 miles

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

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 16 Jul 2020 37,058 miles

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

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 18 May 2018 36,921 miles
Fail 14 May 2018 36,904 miles

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 16 Feb 2016 36,513 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2014 43,366 miles

Nearside Front Upper Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Nearside Front Upper Position lamp switch insecure (1.1.4b)

Nearside Rear Upper Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Offside Front Upper Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Upper Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

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

Offside Rear Lower Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 9 Dec 2013 34,742 miles

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

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

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

Fail 20 Nov 2012 29,493 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 20 Nov 2012 29,493 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2012 29,457 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 25 Mar 2011 27,424 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 25 Mar 2011 27,424 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2011 27,335 miles

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Offside Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 21 Mar 2009 25,235 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2007 22,258 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2006 19,214 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2005 18,855 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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P282 CTT is a 1997 Yamaha FZR600 in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

Across all 1997 Yamaha FZR600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.6% with a typical mileage of 27,107 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 P282 CTT, 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 29 years old, this Yamaha FZR600 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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P282 CTT is a 1997 Yamaha FZR600, first registered on 26 February 1997.

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