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FG51 ZWK

2001 Yamaha FZS600

Yellow Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

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Expires27 Sep 2026
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

Typical for 2001 Yamaha FZS60021,179 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG51 ZWK
MakeYamaha
ModelFZS600
Year2001
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2025

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 23 Sep 2024

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 28 Sep 2023

Drive chain rivet link fitted poorly.

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Some tight links in drive chain.

Pass 16 Aug 2022

Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Sep 2021
Fail 22 Sep 2021

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 26 Sep 2020

Nearside and offside mirror missing

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Aug 2019 243 miles

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Jun 2018 50,145 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2017 49,801 miles

Headlamp slightly discoloured (1.2.1)

Pass 16 Apr 2016 46,439 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2016 46,439 miles

Air trunking split on carbs will require replacement

Engine covers fitted

Pass 28 Mar 2015 45,923 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Motorcycle structure has been slightly modified (6.1.1b)

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

front tyre has small splits

Pass 22 Apr 2014 42,799 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 25 Apr 2013 42,240 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Left mirror is damaged.

Pass 13 Mar 2012 41,850 miles

Advise left hand switchgear slightly loose

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 17 Mar 2011 39,367 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2010 37,310 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2009 34,813 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2008 33,983 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 8 Mar 2007 28,276 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2005 26,633 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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FG51 ZWK is a 2001 Yamaha FZS600 in Yellow with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 FG51 ZWK, 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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What year was FG51 ZWK registered?

FG51 ZWK is a 2001 Yamaha FZS600, first registered on 5 November 2001.

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The MOT history for FG51 ZWK shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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