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P965 KOL

1997 Yamaha FZR600

Red Petrol 598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Oct 2017
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

40,856 mi
Last recorded40,856 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2016
Typical for 1997 Yamaha FZR60027,107 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP965 KOL
MakeYamaha
ModelFZR600
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2016 40,856 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2014 18,974 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2012 37,029 miles
Pass 24 May 2010 35,140 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 1 May 2009 31,846 miles

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Pass 14 May 2008 28,622 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2007 27,134 miles

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

Pass 21 Jan 2006 25,979 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2006 25,979 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.2)

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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P965 KOL is a 1997 Yamaha FZR600 in Red with a 598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 P965 KOL, 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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What year was P965 KOL registered?

P965 KOL is a 1997 Yamaha FZR600, first registered on 25 March 1997.

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The MOT history for P965 KOL shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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