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P953 BPB

1996 Yamaha FZR600

Red Petrol 598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2021
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

67,356 mi
Last recorded67,356 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2020
Typical for 1996 Yamaha FZR60024,842 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP953 BPB
MakeYamaha
ModelFZR600
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2020 67,356 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

rear brake master cylinder notchy

slight leak from fork seals

Fail 13 Jul 2020 67,356 miles

Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

rear brake master cylinder notchy

slight leak from fork seals

Pass 8 Aug 2015 67,328 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2012 66,960 miles
Pass 7 May 2009 63,160 miles

Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

Pass 14 May 2008 60,787 miles
Fail 14 May 2008 60,787 miles

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Nearside Steering control fouling between components which interferes with the free movement of the steering (2.1.2a)

Pass 20 Apr 2007 59,491 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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P953 BPB is a 1996 Yamaha FZR600 in Red with a 598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 P953 BPB, 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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P953 BPB is a 1996 Yamaha FZR600, first registered on 14 September 1996.

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