Yamaha FZS600 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Yamaha FZS600 reliable? We analysed 157,659 real MOT tests across 11,903 vehicles to find out.
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The Yamaha FZS600 is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick and roller brake test indicates a binding brake. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Yamaha FZS600.
Yamaha FZS600 Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Yamaha FZS600. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Yamaha FZS600 MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Yamaha FZS600 to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Yamaha FZS600 Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Yamaha FZS600 fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Yamaha FZS600 Common Faults & Problems
These are the most common serious faults found on Yamaha FZS600 models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.
Yamaha FZS600 Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Yamaha FZS600 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Yamaha FZS600 MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Yamaha FZS600 year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 110 | 86.4% | 6,886 | 11,103 | 22,804 |
| 2007 | 207 | 85.5% | 12,016 | 22,416 | 37,176 |
| 2006 | 88 | 83.0% | 22,709 | 25,654 | 36,101 |
| 2005 | 273 | 85.0% | 7,947 | 14,135 | 26,058 |
| 2004 | 283 | 81.6% | 8,472 | 14,630 | 25,008 |
| 2003 | 27,046 | 87.7% | 10,588 | 18,585 | 29,577 |
| 2002 | 27,619 | 86.5% | 11,844 | 20,303 | 32,060 |
| 2001 | 25,271 | 84.7% | 13,022 | 21,179 | 32,904 |
| 2000 | 25,507 | 84.0% | 14,697 | 22,972 | 33,998 |
| 1999 | 29,840 | 83.5% | 16,962 | 25,718 | 36,937 |
| 1998 | 21,057 | 83.0% | 17,246 | 26,256 | 37,091 |
How Long Does a Yamaha FZS600 Last?
Based on 11,903 Yamaha FZS600 vehicles on UK roads.
Yamaha FZS600 Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Yamaha FZS600 MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Yamaha FZS600
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
87.7% MOT pass rate from 27,046 tests
81.6% MOT pass rate from 283 tests
The best year to buy a used Yamaha FZS600 is 2003, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 87.7% across 27,046 tests. The 2004 model year has the lowest pass rate at 81.6% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Yamaha FZS600 Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yamaha FZS600 THIS CAR | 85.0% | 157,659 | 22,466 mi | 28 yrs |
| Yamaha Yzf R1 | 86.5% | 175,313 | 16,232 mi | 28 yrs |
| Yamaha XJR1300 | 88.8% | 107,128 | 16,836 mi | 27 yrs |
| Yamaha Yzf R6 | 83% | 102,114 | 14,690 mi | 27 yrs |
| Citroen C4 Grand Picasso | 78.5% | 125,122 | 49,108 mi | 11 yrs |
Compared to the Yamaha Yzf R1 (86.5% pass rate) and the Yamaha XJR1300 (88.8% pass rate), the Yamaha FZS600 trails behind on MOT reliability.
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The Yamaha FZS600 has an overall MOT pass rate of 85.0% across 157,659 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
The most common problems on the Yamaha FZS600 are tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (2,688 recorded failures), brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1,481), and roller brake test indicates a binding brake (1,175). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Yamaha FZS600 with an expired or recently passed MOT, ask the seller whether any dangerous faults were found and fixed during the last test.
A typical Yamaha FZS600 owner drives around 965 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.
In terms of longevity, most Yamaha FZS600 models stay on UK roads for around 28 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.