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D553 JEL

1987 Yamaha FZ600

White Petrol 598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Oct 2008
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

38,812 mi
Last recorded38,812 miles
Recorded on19 Oct 2007
Typical for 1987 Yamaha FZ60029,833 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD553 JEL
MakeYamaha
ModelFZ600
Year1987
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc
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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Oct 2007 38,812 miles

drive chain worn

one front side light dim

slight exhaust leak

Fail 2 May 2007 38,805 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

How Reliable is the Yamaha FZ600?

Based on 2,177 MOT tests across 391 vehicles.

78.9%
Pass Rate
635
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
391
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 63
reflector on motorcycle missing 46
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 34
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 31
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 29
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D553 JEL is a 1987 Yamaha FZ600 in White with a 598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1987 Yamaha FZ600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.7% with a typical mileage of 29,833 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 FZ600 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 63 recorded failures. If you're considering buying D553 JEL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha FZ600 typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 39 years old, this Yamaha FZ600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was D553 JEL registered?

D553 JEL is a 1987 Yamaha FZ600, first registered on 1 April 1987.

Is D553 JEL safe to buy?

The MOT history for D553 JEL shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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