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FE51 THX

2001 Yamaha FZS600

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2026
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

32,837 mi
Last recorded32,837 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2025
Typical for 2001 Yamaha FZS60021,179 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE51 THX
MakeYamaha
ModelFZS600
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2025 32,837 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2020 32,837 miles

Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

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

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 24 Oct 2020 32,837 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Steering operation fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock (2.1.4 (b))

Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

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

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 27 Apr 2019 31,566 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 27 Apr 2018 27,086 miles

rear wheel rim slightly damaged

Fail 26 Apr 2018 27,086 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

rear wheel rim slightly damaged

Pass 6 Mar 2017 24,873 miles

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

Fail 6 Mar 2017 24,873 miles

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

Pass 8 Mar 2016 23,298 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2016 23,298 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Pass 11 Mar 2015 20,411 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Fail 11 Mar 2015 20,411 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Pass 3 Mar 2014 16,151 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2013 14,002 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2008 13,838 miles

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

Pass 13 Feb 2007 13,620 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2007 13,620 miles

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 16 Feb 2006 12,948 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
Full Yamaha FZS600 reliability report

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FE51 THX is a 2001 Yamaha FZS600 in Black 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 FE51 THX, 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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FE51 THX is a 2001 Yamaha FZS600, first registered on 29 September 2001.

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