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BV51 BYP

2001 Yamaha FZS600

Blue Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jan 2019
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

41,724 mi
Last recorded41,724 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2018
Typical for 2001 Yamaha FZS60021,179 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV51 BYP
MakeYamaha
ModelFZS600
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2018 41,724 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2018 41,674 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 20 Dec 2016 40,565 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2016 40,526 miles

Rear Brake hose excessively chafed (3.2.B3a)

Offside Front indicator inurcure

Pass 21 Nov 2015 40,343 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2014 36,473 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2013 32,810 miles

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

offside front rear view mirror missing

Fail 11 Dec 2013 32,810 miles

Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Nearside Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

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

offside front rear view mirror missing

Fail 26 Nov 2012 30,167 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 26 Nov 2012 30,167 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Fail 21 Nov 2011 23,365 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 21 Nov 2011 23,365 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 27 Nov 2010 20,585 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fail 27 Nov 2010 20,585 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Pass 28 Nov 2009 17,249 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2008 14,704 miles

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

Pass 25 Jun 2007 12,973 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2006 8,353 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha FZS600?

Based on 157,659 MOT tests across 11,903 vehicles.

85.0%
Pass Rate
965
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
11,903
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 2,688
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1,481
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 1,175
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 769
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 748
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BV51 BYP is a 2001 Yamaha FZS600 in Blue with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2001 Yamaha FZS600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.7% with a typical mileage of 21,179 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 FZS600 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 2,688 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BV51 BYP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha FZS600 typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 25 years old, this Yamaha FZS600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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BV51 BYP is a 2001 Yamaha FZS600, first registered on 15 December 2001.

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