CarVerify

Free Car Check

M983 VME

1995 Yamaha FZR600

Black Petrol 598cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2023
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

36,677 mi
Last recorded36,677 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2022
Typical for 1995 Yamaha FZR60027,308 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Yamaha
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationM983 VME
MakeYamaha
ModelFZR600
Year1995
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc
View full Yamaha FZR600 reliability data

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2022 36,677 miles

Exhaust silencer slightly loose There is no leak of gases and the main securing bolt is secure but the silencer to downpipe joint is rusted and broken. (8.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened rear brake disc has some pitting from corrosion (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Sep 2021 36,522 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2021 36,514 miles

Decelerometer brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Horn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

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

Pass 28 Aug 2020 36,214 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2020 36,214 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Fail 25 Jul 2020 36,194 miles

Horn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements too small (0.1 (d))

Drive chain so loose it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Front tyre close to legal 120/60/17

Nearside Front fork contaminated with oil, suspect seal leak unable to detect

Rear brake pads close to legal

registration light damaged & on 50 % working

Pass 10 Oct 2018 35,424 miles

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

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 28 Oct 2017 35,125 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 17 Sep 2016 34,962 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 8 Sep 2015 32,992 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2014 32,228 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2013 31,104 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2013 31,104 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Sep 2012 30,444 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2011 29,225 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Fail 24 Aug 2010 27,502 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 24 Aug 2010 27,502 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2009 24,177 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2009 24,177 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 4 Aug 2008 22,569 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2008 22,450 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)

Pass 28 Jul 2007 20,804 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
Full Yamaha FZR600 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

M983 VME is a 1995 Yamaha FZR600 in Black with a 598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

Across all 1995 Yamaha FZR600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.3% with a typical mileage of 27,308 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 M983 VME, 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 31 years old, this Yamaha FZR600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of M983 VME?

You can check the full history of M983 VME by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was M983 VME registered?

M983 VME is a 1995 Yamaha FZR600, first registered on 1 April 1995.

Is M983 VME safe to buy?

The MOT history for M983 VME shows 22 tests with a 68.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does M983 VME have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on M983 VME. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.