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GK02 VGF

2002 Yamaha FZS600

Blue Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2023
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

26,817 mi
Last recorded26,817 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2022
Typical for 2002 Yamaha FZS60020,303 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK02 VGF
MakeYamaha
ModelFZS600
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2022 26,817 miles

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

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

front brake lever slightly bent

Fail 31 Mar 2022 26,798 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Wheel excessively distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

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

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

front brake lever slightly bent

Pass 27 Mar 2021 25,468 miles

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

Exhaust slightly loose Some manifold retaining nuts missing (but not insecure) (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 27 Mar 2021 25,468 miles

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

Exhaust slightly loose Some manifold retaining nuts missing (but not insecure) (6.1.2 (a))

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 31 Mar 2020 23,712 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Rear Nail in tyre ()

rear brake lever travel getting long

Fail 31 Mar 2020 23,712 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Headlamp aim too high BOTH (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Rear Nail in tyre ()

rear brake lever travel getting long

Pass 23 Mar 2019 23,150 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Oct 2017 22,960 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn both (3.2.A1l)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

a couple of exhaust to cylinder head nuts missing but exhaust secure and not leaking

headlight alinement at upper limit

one of twin tail lights not working

Pass 12 Oct 2016 22,946 miles

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

Fail 27 Sep 2016 22,946 miles

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

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 25 Jul 2015 21,064 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2014 17,132 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2013
Pass 21 May 2012 25,823 miles
Pass 23 May 2011 15,434 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2010 15,060 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2009 14,629 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

Pass 28 Apr 2008 13,527 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2007 10,123 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2006 9,885 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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GK02 VGF is a 2002 Yamaha FZS600 in Blue with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2002 Yamaha FZS600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.5% with a typical mileage of 20,303 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 GK02 VGF, 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 24 years old, this Yamaha FZS600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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GK02 VGF is a 2002 Yamaha FZS600, first registered on 10 April 2002.

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