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EX51 XFD

2001 Yamaha YZF600

Blue Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Oct 2026
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

31,435 mi
Last recorded31,435 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2025
Typical for 2001 Yamaha YZF60019,218 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX51 XFD
MakeYamaha
ModelYZF600
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2025 31,435 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 22 Oct 2025 31,435 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Offside Front Upper Engine mounting/bracket excessively loose (6.1.8 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Sep 2024 26,370 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2023 26,361 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2022 26,032 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2021 25,620 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2020 25,096 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2019 24,641 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2019 24,638 miles

Front Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 31 Aug 2018 23,890 miles

Front Tyre valve cracking

Rear Tyre valve cracking

Pass 30 Aug 2017 23,501 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2016 22,901 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2015 20,149 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2015 20,149 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 31 Aug 2013 19,598 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Fail 29 Aug 2013 19,598 miles

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 4 Sep 2012 15,994 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2012 15,994 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

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

Pass 31 Aug 2011 12,409 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2011 12,409 miles

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 9 Nov 2010 10,281 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2009 9,974 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2008 9,812 miles

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

Pass 7 Sep 2007 9,785 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2006 9,581 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2005 9,448 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha YZF600?

Based on 66,153 MOT tests across 5,775 vehicles.

81.3%
Pass Rate
862
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
5,775
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,428
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 1,223
reflector on motorcycle missing 840
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 806
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 765
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EX51 XFD is a 2001 Yamaha YZF600 in Blue with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2001 Yamaha YZF600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.1% with a typical mileage of 19,218 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 YZF600 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,428 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EX51 XFD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha YZF600 typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 25 years old, this Yamaha YZF600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was EX51 XFD registered?

EX51 XFD is a 2001 Yamaha YZF600, first registered on 17 September 2001.

Is EX51 XFD safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX51 XFD shows 26 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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