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DX51 ORL

2001 Yamaha FZS600

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 May 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

14,371 mi
Last recorded14,371 miles
Recorded on21 May 2026
Typical for 2001 Yamaha FZS60021,179 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX51 ORL
MakeYamaha
ModelFZS600
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 May 2026 14,371 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2025 14,125 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2024 13,785 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2024 13,785 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel air in system bled rear brake (1.1.2 (a))

Pass 20 Jun 2019 13,557 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2017 12,044 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2016 10,617 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2015 10,201 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2014 10,139 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2012 9,886 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2011 9,558 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2010 8,590 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2010 8,590 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Pass 29 Jul 2009 6,757 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2008 3,943 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2008 3,943 miles

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

Pass 11 Sep 2007 3,852 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2007 3,852 miles

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

Pass 11 Sep 2006 3,496 miles

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

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

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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DX51 ORL is a 2001 Yamaha FZS600 in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 DX51 ORL, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DX51 ORL registered?

DX51 ORL is a 2001 Yamaha FZS600, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is DX51 ORL safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX51 ORL shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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