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HF51 BZC

2001 Yamaha FZS600

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 May 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

20,791 mi
Last recorded20,791 miles
Recorded on16 May 2026
Typical for 2001 Yamaha FZS60021,179 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF51 BZC
MakeYamaha
ModelFZS600
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 May 2026 20,791 miles
Pass 31 May 2025 20,769 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2024 20,745 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2022 20,630 miles
Pass 25 May 2021 20,617 miles
Fail 17 May 2021 20,617 miles

Rear Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 18 Jun 2020 20,544 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2019 20,511 miles
Pass 24 May 2018 20,446 miles
Pass 13 May 2017 19,764 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 21 May 2016 18,756 miles

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

rear brake binding slightly

Pass 28 May 2015 17,772 miles
Pass 15 May 2014 16,750 miles
Pass 17 May 2013 15,539 miles
Fail 14 May 2013 15,539 miles

Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 11 May 2012 14,201 miles
Pass 14 May 2011 12,823 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Nearside Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 8 May 2010 9,886 miles

Nearside Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 1 May 2009 9,251 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

l/h bar close to tank.

Pass 12 Apr 2008 8,552 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2007 7,326 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2006 5,697 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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HF51 BZC is a 2001 Yamaha FZS600 in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 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 HF51 BZC, 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

How do I check the history of HF51 BZC?

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What year was HF51 BZC registered?

HF51 BZC is a 2001 Yamaha FZS600, first registered on 11 September 2001.

Is HF51 BZC safe to buy?

The MOT history for HF51 BZC shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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